Visions du Réel will celebrate the legendary Italian director, screenwriter and producer #Marco Bellocchio# with its Honorary Award. The homage will include a Masterclass and a retrospective of selected works. Furthermore, his new documentary, Marx Can Wait, as yet unreleased in #Switzerland, will be screened. The prize will be awarded during the 53rd edition of the Festival, which will take place from 7 to 17 April 2022.

A political, committed and anti-fascist filmmaker, Bellocchio has constantly questioned the violence of institutions, particularly the Family. Throughout his career, the filmmaker has over 50 films to his credit as director, constantly alternating between fiction and non-fiction. He has presented his films at the most important festivals, and particularly at #Cannes.