With the historic Stage 3 in Valby as the backdrop, Nordisk Film Fonden brought together guests from across the film industry for a tenth time on Thursday evening to recognise extraordinary Danish cinematic talent.

Actor Joachim Fjelstrup was honoured with the first award of the evening, Ove Sprogøe Prisen of DKK 100,000, for his compelling performance in the drama WEIGHTLESS (VÆGTLØS) while screenwriter Marianne Lentz was awarded Erik Ballings Rejselegat – a travel grant of DKK 100,000 – for her razor-sharp screenplays for two of the most talked-about Danish films from the past 12 months: WEIGHTLESS and HERCULES FALLING.

Nordisk Film Prisen of DKK 120,000 (DKK 1,000 multiplied by Nordisk Film’s age) was presented to film director Marie Limkilde for her critically acclaimed feature debut, MIRA, which showcased her imaginative approach to storytelling.

The newest addition to the awards lineup, Alice Prisen of DKK 100,000, went to Anders Matthesen for his long-standing and highly original contribution to Danish film. Established in 2025, the award honours a filmmaker who, throughout their career, has united a bold personal artistic vision with humour, courage, and the rare ability to bring together massive audiences in the cinemas.

Alongside the awards, the evening also marked the celebration of Nordisk Film’s 120th anniversary and legacy as one of the world’s oldest continuously operating film companies. In addition, award-winning German director, screenwriter and actress Maria Schrader delivered this year’s keynote, addressing how emerging technologies and AI challenge filmmaking, while emphasizing that cinema remains more vital than ever in bringing people together.

Acclaimed actress Birgitte Hjort Sørensen hosted the evening for Nordisk Film Fonden, just as she did at the very first ISBJØRNEN gala a decade ago.