Brief
Iliza Shlesinger and Mira Sorvino to be honored at San Diego International Film Festival
Shlesinger will receive a Trailblazer trophy and Sorvino a Virtuoso Award at the Night of the Stars tribute.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Iliza Shlesinger and Mira Sorvino are set to receive top honors at the San Diego International Film Festival's Night of the Stars tribute on Oct. 13, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
What happened
The ceremony will be held at La Jolla’s Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center. Shlesinger is slated for a Trailblazer trophy, described as recognizing a visionary who has challenged convention and shaped the entertainment industry. Oscar‑winner Sorvino will be presented with a Virtuoso Award, meant for an actor whose recent performances show extraordinary skill, nuance and range.
What the reports add
The report notes Sorvino has just finished production on the sequel to "Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion" and will appear opposite John Travolta in "That’s Amore" and alongside Faye Dunaway, Nicola Peltz Beckham and Jack Huston in the ballet drama "Prima". Shlesinger’s upcoming Prime Video special, "Iliza Shlesinger: A Different Animal," is due next March, and her film "Chasing Summer"—directed by Josephine Decker—has been selected to screen at the festival after debuting at Sundance.
What was said
Tonya Mantooth, SDIFF CEO and artistic director, said, "Both Mira Sorvino and Iliza Shlesinger represent the extraordinary range of talent and artistry that we celebrate at the San Diego International Film Festival," as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
Key facts
- Iliza Shlesinger will receive a Trailblazer trophy at SDIFF on Oct. 13. (hollywoodreporter.com)
- Mira Sorvino will receive a Virtuoso Award at the same event. (hollywoodreporter.com)
- The ceremony takes place at La Jolla’s Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center. (hollywoodreporter.com)
- Sorvino recently wrapped the sequel to "Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion" and will star in "That’s Amore" and "Prima". (hollywoodreporter.com)
- Shlesinger’s film "Chasing Summer" will screen at SDIFF after its Sundance debut. (hollywoodreporter.com)
Sources
- [1] hollywoodreporter.com — originally reported as “Iliza Shlesinger and Mira Sorvino to Receive Top Honors at San Diego International Film Festival”
