The 60th edition of the prestigious Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic commenced with a focus on honoring iconic actors Dustin Hoffman and Juliette Binoche, as well as acclaimed cinematographer Robert Richardson. On Friday night, Hoffman will be celebrated for his exceptional artistic impact on global cinema, an honor that will be replicated for Binoche at the closing ceremony on July 11. The festival's opening night will feature a screening of Hoffman's debut film "The Graduate" (1967), which earned him his first Academy Award nomination. Binoche's films "Certified Copy" (2010), "Three Colors: Blue" (1993) and In-I in Motion (2025) will also be screened during the event. American cinematographer Robert Richardson, a three-time Oscar winner for best cinematography known for collaborating with directors such as Oliver Stone, Martin Scorsese, and Quentin Tarantino, will receive an award at the festival. He will introduce his feature documentary portrait "Robert Richardson: The White Devil" on Saturday. A total of 12 films are under consideration by the festival's grand jury for the top prize, the Crystal Globe, which will be awarded in the western Czech spa town of Karlovy Vary.