Journalist wins major award

Brice Lambert, a journalist who prefers reporting on the United States, won the 42nd Albert-Londres audiovisual award for his documentary Weak Sex: America at War with Its Women, which was released on Arte. The award was given on October 27, 2026.

Documentary's focus on women's issues

Weak Sex: America at War with Its Women examines topics such as the ban on abortion, the deaths of women who attempted to abort on their own, and the prevalence of child marriages. It highlights the challenges women face in a U.S. society marked by increasing religious conservatism.

Lambert's international reporting background

Brice Lambert is known for directing many international reports on countries such as Ukraine, Israel, Zimbabwe, Laos, Kenya, and Burma. However, the United States has remained his preferred country for investigation.

Lambert's reaction to the award

Lambert learned of his award while stuck in heavy traffic, on his way to pick up his children on vacation. He did not expect the recognition, indicating the surprise and significance of the honor.