George Lucas will receive the Honorary Palme d’or on May 25 during the Ccosing ceremony of the 77th Cannes Film Festival.
“The Festival de Cannes has always held a special place in my heart,” said Lucas in a statement. “I was surprised and elated when my first film, THX-1138, was selected to be shown in a new program for first time directors called the Directors’ Fortnight.”
“Since then, I have returned to the festival on many occasions in a variety of capacities as a writer, director and producer. I am truly honored by this special recognition which means a great deal to me,” Lucas continued.
More to come.