Helen Mirren’s American Cinematheque Awards Postponed Due to Strike – The Hollywood Reporter

This year’s American Cinematheque Awards, which would have honored Helen Mirren with its top award, were postponed due to the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike.

The event, originally scheduled for November 4 in Beverly Hills, will be rescheduled and a new date will be announced in the coming weeks. In addition to Mirren being recognized as the winner of the 37th American Cinematheque Award, Kevin Goetz and Screen Engine will also be honored with Hill Valley’s Power of Cinema Award.

The star-studded event, which typically includes multiple performances and tributes from the honoree’s A-list friends, highlights the best moments of the star’s career, which will be considered promotion of the affected work and will not be allowed during the actors’ strike. Previous winners of the American Cinematheque Award include Eddie Murphy, Bette Midler, Robin Williams, Steven Spielberg, Michael Douglas, Tom Cruise, Jodie Foster, Denzel Washington, Nicole Kidman, Steve Martin, George Clooney, Julia Roberts, Matt Damon, Amy Adams, Bradley Cooper. , Charlize Theron, Spike Lee, Scarlett Johannsson and last year’s winner Ryan Reynolds.

The American Cinematheque Awards are an annual fundraiser with proceeds benefiting renowned classic, international and independent film programs at Los Feliz 3 in Los Angeles, the Egyptian Theater in Hollywood and the Aero Theater in Santa Monica. Additionally, a portion of the funds supports American Cinematheque’s commitment to diversify programming and reach audiences by partnering with 88 Los Angeles County school districts to expand its AC series of educational screenings.

Current ticket holders will be eligible to attend the American Cinematheque Awards as soon as the new date is announced.