Miriam Spritzer

Wagner Moura will be honored with the Acting Achievement Award at the Astras Film Awards. Actor Wagner Moura will be this year’s recipient of the Acting Achievement Award, honoring his extraordinary body of work and continued impact on global cinema and television. Moura most recently delivered one of the year’s most critically acclaimed performances in Neon’s The Secret Agent for writer and director Kleber Mendonça Filho, where his portrayal of Armando further solidified his reputation as one of the most compelling and versatile actors working today. His performance is marked by remarkable nuance, sustained tension, and emotional depth, reaffirming his ability to elevate complex narratives while bringing a deeply human dimension to every role he inhabits. Prior to his Gotham, Critics Choice, and Golden Globe–nominated performance in The Secret Agent, audiences around the world took notice of Moura through his iconic portrayal of Pablo Escobar in Netflix’s Narcos, a role that earned widespread acclaim and multiple award nominations. His expansive career also includes standout performances in major film and television projects such as Elysium, Dope Thief, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, Shining Girls, and Civil War, showcasing his range across genres, languages, and formats. Moura has also expanded his creative footprint behind the camera, making his feature directorial debut with the political thriller Marighella. Earlier this year, he made history as the first South American actor to win the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor. Across his career, Moura has consistently delivered performances of intelligence, intensity, and authenticity, making him a natural and deserving recipient of this year’s Acting Achievement Award.