Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić, attending the Herceg Novi Film Festival, dedicated his Golden Mimosa award to the late actor Dragan Mićanović. He expressed regret that Mićanović was unable to deliver a planned opening speech at the festival. Vučić implied censorship was at play, stating someone attempted to prevent Mićanović from speaking due to potential offense. He characterized this action as an unacceptable restriction on freedom of expression for an exceptional actor. The President's remarks point to ongoing concerns regarding artistic freedom and potential political interference in cultural events within the region. This dedication and subsequent critique have sparked discussion about censorship and its impact on the arts.