Bertolucci is also known for his steamy 1972 film Last Tango in Paris, with Marlon Brando.

BBC: Bertolucci to lead Venice film festival jury

Last Tango in Paris director Bernardo Bertolucci will receive a lifetime achievement prize at the awards ceremony.

BBC: Amour leads European Film Award nominations

Last Tango in Paris director Bernardo Bertolucci is to lead the jury for the 70th Venice Film Festival, organisers have announced.

BBC: Bertolucci to lead Venice film festival jury

Bernardo Bertolucci, director of Last Tango in Paris and The Last Emperor, is to receive a lifetime achievement prize at the 2012 European Film Awards.

BBC: Bertolucci to be honoured at European Film Awards