The 2nd Annual Lumière Celebration

A Benefit for the Philadelphia Film Society

Join the Philadelphia Film Society for the 2nd annual presentation of the Lumière Award. The Lumière Award, named in honor of the first filmmakers Auguste and Louis Lumière, is given to those that have demonstrated a passion for the furtherance of filmmaking as a vital artform and growing industry in Philadelphia.

This year, the Lumière Award’s inaugural recipient M. Night Shyamalan will present the award to

Bruce Willis

in honor of his dedication and contribution to film in Philadelphia, having starred in such iconic films as TWELVE MONKEYS, THE SIXTH SENSE, and UNBREAKABLE, in addition to his current work on Shyamalan’s upcoming film GLASS.

Thursday, Oct 26
7:30PM – 10:00PM

Award Presentation at 9:30PM

AKA Washington Square

834 Chestnut Street

$250

General Admission
$200 tax deductible

Proceeds from this event will support Philadelphia as a flourishing film city, and Philadelphia Film Society’s mission to create opportunities for diverse communities to experience film through initiatives that inspire, educate, challenge, and entertain.

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Event Co-Chairs

M. Night Shyamalan & Lawrence Korman

Host Committee

Board of Directors

Advisory Board