The first Award  assigned by Fipresci for its 90 years Anniversary at Bif&st 2015, goes to Sir Alan Parker, to celebrate the talent and cinematic opus of such a cultured and refined author.

A film director who, through his visionary films and a career spanning over 30 years, inspired various generations of his audience, and was able to reach the heart of young people with Pink Floyd – The Wall, Fame, The Committments, Birdy and Evita; and also with films characterized by great commitment and human value such as Mississippi Burning, Angela’s Ashes, The Life of David Gale and Midnight Express.

An extraordinary artist, distinguished by a great sharpness, whom Fipresci wishes to celebrate as one of the most original voices of European and international cinematography.