Kim Novak, the legendary American actress is popularly known for her beauty, grace and subtle yet powerful performances. Through her magnetic screen presence that still lasts deep down the hearts of the fans especially during the 50s & the 60s era Novak captivated her audiences profoundly. Also, she stands unique from the contemporary actresses of classic Hollywood of her time for her natural and expressive acting style.
Milestone Etched by “Kim Novak”
It is a sin if we fail to appreciate or honour the naturally talented people who are shining with the consistent preparations in any of the fields around the world. And Hollywood did justice by honouring Kim Novak by presenting two Golden Globe Awards (1955 & 1957), Honorary Golden Bear at Berlin Film Festival (1997) and a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame (1960). Some of her popular works that rose to fame and a reference chart for any upcoming actresses are ‘Picnic’, ‘The Man with the Golden Arm’, ‘Pal Joey’ and ‘Vertigo’.
Following these recognitions another feather will be added on the hat of fame of Kim Novak at the Venice Film Festival which is scheduled on 27 August 2025. There she will be honored with the acclaimed “Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement” award that ideally suits the legacy of hers in Hollywood. Most importantly this award is for her contributions to cinema that redefined the kind of roles which a woman should choose and play to build a fortified career that speaks for them for years.
List of Other Winners of “Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement”
| Name | Year |
| Jeane Moreau | 1992 |
| Claudia Cardinale | 1993 |
| Monica Vitti | 1995 |
| Suso Cecchi d’Amico | 1994 |
| Alida Valli | 1997 |
| Sophia Loren | 1998 |
| Stefania Sandrelli | 2005 |
| Thelma Schoonmaker | 2014 |
| Jane Fonda | 2017 |
| Vanessa Redgrave | 2018 |
| Julie Andrews | 2019 |
| Ann Hui, Tilda Swinton | 2020 |
| Catherine Denueve | 2022 |
| Liliana Cavani | 2023 |
| Sigourney Weaver | 2024 |
