Zhang Yimou awarded lifetime achievement at Macau Film Festival

Chinese director Zhang Yimou, center, poses with his trophy during the 6th Macau International Movie Festival in Macau, China, Dec 30, 2014.

Chinese film director Zhang Yimou has been awarded with a lifetime achievement award at the sixth Macau International Movie Festival.

His film "Coming Home" won the best film award and best photography Award.

Zhang Huiwen was given the best newcomer award for her performance in the movie.

Charlene Choi of Hong Kong pop duo 'Twins' won the best actress award and Hong Kong actor Simon Yam the best actor award for their performance in the film "Sara".

The sixth Macau International Movie Festival closed last night in Macau, and it's been running since Friday.