August 27, 2012 – It was announced today that Salma Hayek-Pinault will present the 2012 Gucci Award for Women in Cinema during a ceremony and private dinner to be hosted by Gucci Creative Director Frida Giannini on Friday, August 31st at the 69th Venice International Film Festival.
The Award recognizes an outstanding artistic achievement by a woman in filmmaking. An Advisory Committee led by Venice International Film Festival Director Alberto Barbera has selected this year’s nominees from a range of disciplines including director, actor, producer, cinematographer, screenwriter, editor, and costume designer.






