Ray Winstone to Be Honored at Sarajevo Film Festival for a Stellar Career That Includes ‘Sexy Beast,’ ‘Nil by Mouth,’ ‘The Departed’

British actor Ray Winstone, best known for his role in Jonathan Glazer’s “Sexy Beast,” will receive the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo at the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival in recognition of his career and contribution to the art of cinema.

Winstone’s recent film credits include Netflix’s “Damsel,” British indie “A Bit of Light,” Marvel’s “Black Widow” and Working Title’s heist drama “King of Thieves.” He will next be seen in the second season of Guy Ritchie’s “The Gentlemen” on Netflix.

Jovan Marjanović, director of the festival, said Winstone has “captivated audiences” with his “great talent and undeniable presence.” He added: “With honesty and intensity that resonate far beyond the screen, he has given us many unforgettable characters.”

Winstone said, “Our passion for great stories and exceptional films is what brings us together. The Sarajevo Film Festival continues to champion cinema that transcends spectacle, offering depth and meaning. I look forward to seeing you in Sarajevo.”

In 2007, Winstone received the Richard Harris Award for outstanding contribution at the British Independent Film Awards, in recognition of his many iconic roles, from his debut in Alan Clarke’s 1979 drama “Scum,” to his starring roles in Franc Roddam’s “Quadrophenia,” Ken Loach’s “Ladybird, Ladybird,” and Martin Scorsese’s Academy Award winning epic “The Departed.”

Winstone is also known for taking the lead role in Gary Oldman’s gritty biographical drama “Nil by Mouth,” for which he won a British Independent Film Award for best actor and earned a BAFTA Award nomination.

His other film credits include “Jawbone,” “Cold Mountain,” “The Gunman,” “King Arthur,” “The Proposition,” “Breaking & Entering,” “Beowulf,” “Snow White & the Huntsman,” “The Sweeney,” “Indiana Jones & the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull,” “Noah,” “44 Inch Chest,” “Ripley’s Game” and “Last Orders.”

TV credits include the BBC adaptation of “Great Expectations,” “The Trials of Jimmy Rose” and “Henry VIII,” which won best miniseries/TV movie at the International Emmy Awards. For his eponymous role in ITV’s “Vincent,” Winstone was awarded the International Emmy Award for best actor.

The 31st Sarajevo Film Festival will take place from Aug. 15 to 22.