Colin Farrel awarded in Zurich

Actor Colin Farrell has downplayed his latest honour, received Saturday at Zurich Film Festival.

He was given the Golden Ico Award at the 21st edition of the festival.

The 49-year-old told the audience it was “ridiculous” to be rewarded for a job he already loved. He said his career had given him more than he could ever return - with travel, financial security, and rich experiences. 

Farrell stressed that filmmaking is always a team effort, praising writers, directors, cameramen and even the costume designer on his latest project, Ballad of a Small Player.

Meanwhile, Dakota Johnson was the focus for photographers as she attended the festival in a so called ‘naked dress’. The blue outfit, designed by Gucci, was highly revealing. 

The naked dress is a current trend – fellow Hollywood star, Margot Robbie recently stunned Londoners in one at a premier earlier this month. 

 

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