(Montreal) The memory of Quebec actor Michel Côté, killed in late May by a bone marrow disease, will be honored by the Outaouais Film Festival with a change of designation of the most prestigious recognition of the event.
The grand prize will now be called the Grand Prix Michel Côté, members of the festival’s board of directors have announced.
“It is with the enthusiastic agreement of the family that this prize changes its name in testimony to the special friendship that Michel Côté had for the Outaouais Film Festival,” said the organization in a press release.
“This year, the Outaouais Film Festival dedicated the 24e edition in his memory and we will be very proud to maintain Michel’s lively and brilliant spirit, his storytelling skills, his bursts of laughter, his memory through this award, said the founder of the festival, Didier Farré. Follower and faithful friend of the FFO, it is quite natural that this change pays tribute to Michel in a lasting and official way. »
The Grand Prix of the festival is awarded after a public vote. “With this prize, the Outaouais Film Festival hopes to bring to film-lovers all the joy that Michel inspired, his elegance, the diverse choices of his films, but also all the inspiration and happiness he offered. to the next generation and to the public,” added Mr. Ferré in a press release.
A special event dedicated to the late and award-winning actor will be included in the program for the next festival, which will take place from April 4 to 13, 2024.
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