PGA honors Spielberg with Selznick Award

The Producers Guild of America has attracted on Steven Spielberg to find the David O. Selznick Achievement Award in Movies. The kudo is specific at recognizing a producer's body at work in movies. Past visitors include Stanley Kramer, Saul Zaentz, Clint Eastwood, Billy Wilder, John Grazer, Jerry Bruckheimer, Roger Corman, Laura Ziskin, Kathleen Kennedy & Frank Marshall and John Lasseter.This Years recipient was Scott Rudin."One of the most prolific filmmakers ever, Steven's ongoing genius, imagination and fearlessness in the world of feature film entertainment is unmatched in this industry," mentioned Producers Guild Honours co-chairs Paula Wagner and Michael Manheim. "Steven has produced most likely probably the most legendary films inside the good status for cinema which we now have undoubtedly he'll still bring thrilling adventures, psychologically moving story lines, thought invoking figures and cult classics to audiences all over the world.In . Spielberg mentioned in the statement, "David O. Selznick can be a true legend inside the creating area, and i am greatly honored being connected along with his title also to join the business of lots of distinguished filmmakers who've received this accolade. I am very grateful for the Producers Guild."The award is going to be presented to Spielberg within the 23rd Annual Producers Guild Honours ceremony on Jan. 21 within the Beverly Hilton Hotel in La.The PGA made the announcement Wednesday. Contact Dork McNary at dork.mcnary@variety.com