Lukas Dhont’s film ‘Coward’ has been chosen to represent Belgium in the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards. The film is set during World War I and centers on a new soldier at the front.
Directed by Lukas Dhont, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Angelo Tijssens, ‘Coward’ will compete for recognition at the upcoming awards ceremony. The selection was announced by Belgium’s selection committee, aiming to showcase the nation’s cinematic talent on a global stage.
The film is set at the height of the First World War and follows Pierre, a soldier newly arrived at the front.
The 99th Academy Awards are scheduled to take place in 2025, and ‘Coward’ will contend against submissions from other countries for a nomination in the Best International Feature Film category. This marks Belgium’s latest effort to secure a prestigious Academy Award in this category.
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