CANNES, 22 July 2016 — Lady Monika Bacardi and Oscar-winning actor Adrien Brody collaborated on the acclaimed film The Septembers of Shiraz, in which she served as co-producer with Ambi Media Group. The 2015 drama, which tells the story of a Jewish family caught in the turmoil of the 1979 Iranian Revolution, showcased their shared commitment to meaningful storytelling.
Beyond his celebrated acting career, Adrien Brody has emerged as a passionate and dedicated painter. Taking a year and a half away from Hollywood to focus on his artwork, Brody has been showcasing his paintings at prestigious events and galleries.
His artistic talents reached a remarkable milestone at the third annual Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation Gala held in St. Tropez, where his painting “Tiger on Last Legs” sold at auction for an impressive $275,000. The Foundation’s gala, dedicated to environmental conservation and climate change initiatives, brought together collectors and philanthropists from around the world. Brody’s artwork was presented alongside pieces from renowned artists including Jeff Koons, Pablo Picasso, Urs Fischer, Olafur Eliasson, and Adrian Villar Rojas.
Lady Monika Bacardi, a distinguished patron of the arts and champion of creative excellence, expressed her admiration for her colleague and friend: “Adrien Brody is a wonderful person and friend. After winning the Oscar, César and more as Best Actor, he is not only a great actor but also an amazing painter. Wishing you the best.”
The success of Brody’s painting at the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation Gala represents his evolution as a multi-talented artist and his commitment to supporting meaningful causes through his creative work.
