Spike Lee to be Honored at SIFF May 23

The Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF) will present the 2009 Golden Space Needle Award for Outstanding Achievement in Directing to Spike Lee, in recognition of his extraordinary filmmaking career. This special Tribute event will take place Saturday, May 23, at the Egyptian Theatre.

The Tribute ceremony will include a montage of clips highlighting his diverse work as a director and pioneer of contemporary cinema, followed by a screening of Passing Strange, Lee's original visualization of the celebrated Broadway hit.

Prior to the screening, Spike Lee will take the stage for an in-depth interview and a Q&A session with the audience. The evening will continue at an intimate Tribute Dinner celebration with Spike Lee as the guest of honor. A limited number of tickets for the Tribute Dinner will be available.

For more information about the Spike Lee Tribute and to find upcoming shows and prices visit SIFF.

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