A Celebration of Cinematic Excellence

The 2024 Night of the Star Tribute once again honored the extraordinary talents shaping today’s film industry. We were thrilled to celebrate the achievements of some of the most accomplished actors, directors, and filmmakers who continue to inspire with their passion, creativity, and vision.

The event spotlighted the incredible contributions of Penelope Ann Miller, Alessandro Nivola, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, and Lhapka Sherpa, each of whom was recognized with prestigious awards for their exceptional work and commitment to the arts.

We are grateful to everyone who attended and made the evening unforgettable. The night was a true testament to the power of film and the visionary artists who bring stories to life. Thank you for joining us in celebrating these remarkable individuals and their continued impact on the film industry.

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Here are the brilliant contributions of our 2024 honorees in these must-see films!

Amanda Righetti – Reagan, The Mentalist, Captain America: The First Avenger, Friday the 13th
Marianne Jean-Baptist: Without a Trace, Secrets & Lies, Hard Truth, Broadchurch
Penelope Ann Miller: Reagan, Carlito’s Way, The Artist, The Birth of a Nation
Lhakpa Sherpa – Summited Mt Everest 10 times, as shown in the Netflix documentary: Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa
Alessandro Nivola: The Brutalist, The Room Next Door, American Hustle, Wizard of Lies.

Read Bios

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We were also proud to present our 10 student finalists in the Festival’s FOCUS on Impact Art Exhibit at the Tribute
and throughout the Festival.
Students range from 6-11th grade from the San Diego Unified School District.

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Discover how the Festival’s Focus on Impact Education Program empowers middle and high school student students to drive positive change in society through the transformative power of film and art.
CLICK HERE

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