Karlovy Vary International Film Festival kicks off on Friday evening

The 57th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival kicks off in the West Bohemian spa town on Friday.  Australian Oscar-winning actor Russell Crowe will receive the Crystal Globe for his contribution to world cinema at a gala ceremony on the opening night. Swedish actress and producer, Oscar winner Alicia Vikander will receive the Festival President's Award. The Queen's Gambit, starring Vikander, will be the opening film of this year's festival. In the main competition section, the audience will also see two Czech films - the road movie Sensitive Man and the period drama Dawn. Over 150 feature films and documentaries will be screened at the festival this year.