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Adrien Brody won the César Award for Best Actor for his role as Władysław Szpilman in the 2002 biographical drama film "The Pianist". The film, directed by Roman Polanski, depicts Szpilman's experiences as a Jewish pianist in Warsaw during the Nazi occupation of Poland. Brody's portrayal of Szpilman's resilience, talent, and determination received widespread acclaim, making him the second American male actor to receive this prestigious French honor.