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AFF to honor John Lasseter
John Lasseter, the chief creative officer for Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios, will receive the Extraordinary Contribution to Filmmaking Award from the Austin Film Festival during this year’s October event.
Katy Winn ASSOCIATED PRESS
Lasseter, whose credits include such animated hits as “Finding Nemo,” “Toy Story” and “Up,” will also speak on panels during the annual film festival and conference. Lasseter has played multiple roles in the movie business, from executive producer to screenwriter and director. He’ll join other honorees, including Caroline Thompson, who will receive the Distinguished Screenwriter Award, and Hart Hanson, who’ll get the Outstanding Television Writer Award.
The Austin Film Festival is scheduled for Oct. 20 through 27. Lasseter, Thompson and Hanson will receive their awards at a luncheon on Oct. 22 at the Austin Club.
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