Viola Davis to Receive San Diego International Film Fest’s Gregory Peck Award for Cinematic Excellence – Film News in Brief

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Viola Davis will be this year’s recipient of the Gregory Peck Award for Cinematic Excellence at the San Diego International Film Festival. Davis, an EGOT winner, is being honored for her work as an artist, activist, producer, philanthropist and New York Times bestselling author.

“Viola Davis is one of the most extraordinary artists of our time,” Tonya Mantooth, CEO and artistic director of San Diego International Film Festival, said. “Her performances bring power, vulnerability and truth to every role, while her work beyond the screen has helped create opportunities for others. The Gregory Peck Award celebrates an enduring contribution to cinema, and Viola Davis embodies that legacy. We are honored to celebrate her remarkable artistry and impact.”

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