Oscar-winning filmmakerRoger Ross Williamshas much to celebrate this weekend.
His first narrative/fiction film,Cassandro, opens theatrically today.
And he has just been named the recipient of the Critics Choice Impact Award from the Critics Choice Association.
Filmmakers Roger Ross Williams (L) and Ross McElweeJustin Bettman/Getty Images
The film is based on the best-selling book by Dr. Ibram X. Kendi.
Prime Video will release the film on its platform on Sept. 22.
The 8thAnnual Critics Choice Documentary Awards ceremony will be livestreamed on Facebook.
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The award to McElwee, named for the late pioneering documentary filmmaker D.A.
Pennebaker, will be presented by Pennebakers wife, filmmaker Chris Hegedus.
In addition to the honorary awards, 18 competitive categories will be awarded during the show.
Today, by the way, is the deadline to submit entries for consideration in the competitive categories.
