Hiam Abbass has been selected to receive the 2027 European Achievement in World Cinema Award in recognition of her career spanning multiple decades and continents. The award will be presented at the 39th European Film Awards, scheduled for January 16, 2027, in Athens.
Abbass, a Palestinian actress born in Nazareth, began her professional acting career at the Palestinian National Theatre El-Hakawati in East Jerusalem before relocating to Europe. She has maintained a presence in European cinema since her debut in a lead role in 1989, appearing in more than 100 productions across Palestinian, Arab, and international films. Her filmography includes prominent works such as Paradise Now, The Visitor, Blade Runner 2049, and Miral, alongside numerous other feature films.
Her work has garnered recognition from major award bodies. Abbass received two nominations for European Film Awards, both for films directed by Eran Riklis: a People’s Choice Award nomination in 2005 for The Syrian Bride and a European Actress nomination in 2008 for Lemon Tree. The latter film also earned her an Asia Pacific Screen Award. Her performance in In Syria received a nomination at the French Lumière Awards in 2018.
Beyond feature films, Abbass has expanded into television work. She appeared in the Hulu series Ramy and had a notable role in the HBO series Succession, earning a Primetime Emmy nomination in 2023 for her portrayal of Marcia Roy. She has also worked as a director, with her film Inheritance screening at international festivals including Venice Days in 2012.
In connection with the award announcement, the European Film Academy has partnered with ARTE to broadcast and stream a selection of Abbass’s films. The Syrian Bride will air on television and be available on arte.tv, while Inheritance and Foreign Body will be offered online through the same platform.
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