
‘Caravan’ named best film at 2025 Czech Lion Awards; ‘Franz’ wins four categories
Agnieszka Holland’s Franz leads the 33rd Czech Lion awards with four wins, including best actor for Idan Weiss, presented Saturday evening at Prague Congress Centre.

Agnieszka Holland’s Franz leads the 33rd Czech Lion awards with four wins, including best actor for Idan Weiss, presented Saturday evening at Prague Congress Centre.

Policy expert Helena Bezděk Fraňková will receive a lifetime Czech Lion for shaping film funding, incentives, and audiovisual policy.

The Czech Film and Television Academy announced nominations for the 33rd Czech Lion Awards, highlighting a diverse year in Czech cinema.

The 2026 Czech Lion Awards will move to Prague Congress Centre with Bianca Cristovao set to host as voting begins on 94 eligible titles.