Cinematographer Robert Richardson received the prestigious Crystal Globe award at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival for his outstanding contributions to cinema. The legendary three-time Academy Award winner, known for his distinctive white hair and meticulous approach to filmmaking, was honored by fellow Hollywood icon Harvey Keitel at the festival's 60th edition.

In his acceptance remarks, Richardson reflected on cinema as art and called for greater accessibility to films from lesser-known regions and independent filmmakers worldwide. He also shared a humorous anecdote about initially mistaking Harvey Keitel's performance in "Mean Streets" for Robert De Niro's, later praising Keitel as one of cinema's greatest actors, prompting the audience to laugh.