SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Thursday, the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) announced director Jon M. Chu will receive the Vanguard Director Award on Sunday, Oct. 26. The presentation will include a conversation about his career — including this year’s epic conclusion to Universal Pictures’ global Wicked phenomenon, ‘Wicked: For Good.’ Select clips from Chu’s filmography will also be screened during the presentation.
Christina Routhier, senior executive director of the SCAD Savannah Film Festival, said, “Jon M. Chu embodies what it means to be a Vanguard. From guiding global icons with a steady, inspired hand, to collaborating with authors, designers, and musicians at the highest level, Chu’s vision turns cultural moments into cinematic milestones. For SCAD students, his career is a masterclass in how storytelling shapes culture, with this conversation offering an inside look into his groundbreaking contributions to worldwide cinema. We are excited to honor a storyteller whose artistry will continue to inspire audiences and empower the next generation of filmmakers.”
The annual SCAD Savannah Film Festival, the largest university-run film festival in the world, is October 25 through November 1.
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