- Sigourney Weaver stuns at Venice Film Festival
- The actress takes home the prestigious Golden Lion
- She shares an inspiring message on female empowerment
“I’m sure I’m dreaming,” exclaimed an elated Weaver as she accepted the award, calling it “the most astonishing honor I can imagine.” Her speech was filled with gratitude and humor, as she joked about the Golden Lion becoming an inseparable part of her life, “It will be next to me on the plane, in the gondola, and my husband will have to get used to having it in bed with us.”
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Taking it lightly
The night was peppered with surprises, including a heartfelt video message from James Cameron, Weaver's 'Avatar' director, who cheekily noted her overdue Oscar win. French actress Camille Cottin also paid tribute, celebrating Weaver as a fearless woman indifferent to the male gaze.
Sigourney Weaver: Tears of empowerment
Earlier in the day, Weaver showed her vulnerable side during a press conference, tearing up at the suggestion that her role as Ripley in 'Alien' might have paved the way for female empowerment, influencing figures as significant as Kamala Harris. “To think for one moment that my work would have anything to do with her rise makes me very happy, actually,” Weaver shared, moved by the impact of her cinematic journey on women's empowerment.
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Weaver's reflections on her influence and the acknowledgment of her groundbreaking work highlight her role not just as a film icon but as a beacon of inspiration for women worldwide. Her emotional connection to the potential impact of her roles on societal change, especially in empowering women, adds a profound layer to her celebrated career.
