Ray Winstone, receiving the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo award, discussed the changing film industry. He criticized the dominance of blockbusters, stating they overshadow "cultural films" offering better acting roles. His experience on "Black Widow" involved extensive reshoots, highlighting industry pressures. He also lamented the lack of director-actor interaction in modern casting, preferring the collaborative approach of the past. Winstone values "cultural cinema," citing his work in films like "Nil by Mouth" and "Sexy Beast" as career highlights. He'll next appear in "The Gentlemen" and a Jimmy White biopic.

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