The pic is Mortensens second outing as director and will serve as the festivals opening film.
Owen and Bruhl will receive their honors later during the festival.
To celebrate their honors Owen will show his 2004 filmCloserwhile Bruhl will screen his directorial debutNext Door.
Vicky Krieps in ‘The Dead Don’t Hurt’Marcel Zyskind
Mexico-born filmmaker Michel Franco will screen his 2023 dramaMemory, starring Jessica Chastain and Peter Sarsgaard.
Each year the festival produces a satirical festival trailer that is screened during the opening ceremony.
This years trailer was written and directed by long-time creator of KVIFF trailers Ivan Zacharias.
His first response was: Its a great idea, but we have to be quick.
Benicio was a pro.
British band Kosheen will perform as part of the opening concert of the 58th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.
The concert will be free for the public.
