Mark Boal has been named as the recipient of this year’s fourth annual Gucci Group Award for the screenplay of The Hurt Locker.

“I’m very honored to receive this recognition for The Hurt Locker’s screenplay. The movie means the world to me, and hopefully it can show people an unseen side of the war. I’d like to thank Kathryn Bigelow for her direction and support, and the entire award committee for putting me in the esteemed company of Steve McQueen, Julian Schnabel and Nick Cave,” said the journalist at the awards ceremony, which took place during the 66th Venice Film Festival yesterday evening.

“Mark Boal and all of the winners have so far had the courage to step outside their comfort zone and push themselves to excel in a new arena and we have the pleasure to acknowledge this innovation and excellence,” said Robert Polet, chief executive officer for Gucci Group.

Launched in 2006, the award recognizes the remarkable contribution made to a film in any capacity within the past 18 months. Three hundred guests attended the ceremony, which was held in Venice’s Palazzo Grassi. More Gucci Products are available on Top1handbag.net