Dinner & reception to honor award winning writer, producer & director
NEW YORK– (BLACK PR WIRE) – (BUSINESS WIRE) – Uptown Ventures Group, the parent company of UPTOWN Magazine has announced that they will be honoring award winning writer, producer and director, Malcolm D. Lee at the 2014 Annual Uptown Pre-Oscar Gala.
The Gala will take place on Thursday, February 27th at one of Hollywood’s classics, Sadie Supper Club. The evening will celebrate the outstanding achievements as a Writer, Producer and Director of such memorable films as “Roll Bounce,” “Undercover Brother,” “Best Man” and his most recent box office hit “Best Man Holiday.” The exclusive invitation only event will bring together 100 of the industry’s brightest executives and true celebrities both in front of and behind the camera for a dinner followed by an private reception for additional guests afterwards.
“I am honored to be recognized by UPTOWN Magazine for my body of work. The publication, like the stories I am so passionate about telling, represents the complexity that is us. I am gratified and humbled to join the likes of previous recipients of this honor and truly looking forward to a wonderful evening,” said Malcolm D. Lee.
This year’s event is presented by Lexus. Other sponsors include Credit Suisse, Tanqueray Ten and NBC-Universal. Past honorees have included Lee Daniels, Will Packer, Salim Akil, Ava Duvernay, as well as Reggie and Warrington Hudlin. “We are extremely excited to honor Malcolm D. Lee this year. His films have entertained and inspired so many. His thoughtful and colorful approach to everyday life events enable our audience to relate, laugh and reflect upon ourselves in a way that we often don’t have the opportunity to on the silver screen,” said Len Burnett, Co-CEO and Chief Revenue Officer.
