Last Updated on November 11, 2024 by Don Braun Leave a Comment
Oscar-nominated filmmaker Rory Kennedy was honored with the prestigious Pennebaker Award at the 9th Annual Critics Choice Documentary Awards held at the Edison Ballroom in New York City on November 10, 2024.
The award, named after the late pioneer of direct cinema D.A. Pennebaker, was presented by Pennebaker’s widow, Chris Hegedus. Kennedy, known for her impactful documentaries such as “Ethel” and “Last Days in Vietnam,” has made significant contributions to the field of documentary filmmaking.