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Prime Minister Vladimir Putin congratulates director and playwright Alexander Sokurov on his triumph at the Venice Film Festival

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The message reads, in part:

"I would like to congratulate you on winning the Venice Golden Lion at the 68th annual International Venice Film Festival, one of the most prestigious awards in cinematography.

Your masterful film 'Faust' has become a notable event, and has earned recognition from the most severe film critics. In this grand, bright and audacious project, your unique talent as a film director has been fully revealed.

I wish you boundless energy, inspiration and success in all your endeavours."