Danny Boyle Is Special Honoree at BFI London Film Fest

Danny Boyle

Oscar-winning moviemaker Danny Boyle is to be honored in his native U.K. with a special award at the upcoming BFI London Film Festival. The "" director will receive the British Film Institute (BFI) Fellowship for his contribution to the motion picture industry, following in the footsteps of previous recipients including , Sir David Lean and last year's honoree Sir Ridley Scott.

Boyle says, "A significant helping of humility is called for in the face of this honor and that is not difficult considering those awarded it before. I am shocked, flattered and delighted to receive the Fellowship on behalf of everyone who has helped me make the films, the successful ones and the not so successful ones, and on behalf of all runts in every litter."

The director's latest movie "" is also in the running for the festival's coveted Best Film honor, competing against other nominees including "", "" and "". The festival runs from October 13-28.

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