The 60th edition of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic commenced this week, with acclaimed actors Dustin Hoffman and Juliette Binoche set to receive honors. On Friday, Hoffman will be recognized for his outstanding artistic contribution to world cinema on the opening night, while presenting his debut film, "The Graduate" from 1967. Binoche, who won an Oscar for best supporting actress in "The English Patient" (1996), will receive the same honor at the closing ceremony on July 11. The festival will screen three of her films: "Certified Copy" (2010), "Three Colors: Blue" (1993) and In-I in Motion (2025). American cinematographer Robert Richardson, known for his collaborations with directors such as Oliver Stone, Martin Scorsese, and Quentin Tarantino, will also be honored. He will introduce his feature documentary portrait "Robert Richardson: The White Devil" on Saturday. A total of 12 movies are under consideration by the festival's grand jury for the top prize, the Crystal Globe, which is awarded in the western Czech spa town of Karlovy Vary.