If you thought the controversial film The Passion of the Christ might affect Mel Gibson‘s career, guess again, he hasn’t been outed yet as the Hollywood Film Festival will be recognizing him as the ‘Hollywood Producer fo the Year Award’ as part of the Hollywood Awards Gala Ceremony on Monday evening, October 18, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.
“Mel Gibson’s career exemplifies extraordinary ability, craftsmanship, and determination. He is an excellent example of a highly talented filmmaker whose work and creative vision are to be honored,” festival founder Carlos de Abreu said.
Other industry professionals who will be honored for their achievements at the Awards Gala Ceremony are John Travolta for lifetime achievement, Michael Mann for directing, Bob Berney for leadership, UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television Dean Robert Rosen for film preservation, John Logan for screenwriting, Caleb Deschanel for cinematography, Sally Menke for editing, Thomas Newman for film composing, John Dykstra for visual effects, Albert Wolsky for costume design, Stuart Craig for production design, Ve Neill for make-up, Debra Zane for casting, and DreamWorks’ Shrek 2 for animation. In addition, Jamie Foxx and Keira Knightley will be honored with the festival’s Breakthrough Acting awards, and Zach Braff with the “Hollywood Breakthrough Director of the Year Award.”
