DANNY GLOVER to receive the 2013 Humanitarian Award at the 9th Annual Montreal International Black Film Festival

MONTREAL, May 30, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Hollywood legend and political activist DANNY GLOVER will receive the Montreal International Black Film Festival's 2013 HUMANITARIAN AWARD on Opening Night, Wednesday, September 18, 2013, at Cinéma Impérial. The MIBFF is granting Glover this award "for his amazing contributions as an activist and humanitarian as well as for his incredible selfless and dedicated efforts in addressing injustice and inequality in the world. His constant fight for human rights has allowed people from around the world to believe, hope, break down barriers and achieve great things."

"It is both an honour and a privilege for us to pay tribute to a legend like Danny Glover. By giving him this Award, we hope to shed light on his great humanitarian work and also share his great legacy to a whole new generation that so desperately needs to be inspired. It is also an excellent way for us to recognize the true value of his spirit that goes far beyond the Award-winning movie star everyone has come to know," said Fabienne Colas, president and founder of the MIBFF.

The Montreal International Black Film Festival 2012 Humanitarian Award was given to Legendary singer, actor and activist Harry Belafonte.

For DANNY GLOVER's bio and complete press release: www.montrealblackfilm.com/press/danny_glover

 The 9^th annual Montreal International Black Film Festival, created by the Fabienne Colas Foundation, will take place from September 18 to 29, 2013, and is brought to you by Global Montreal!

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SOURCE: Montreal International Black Film Festival (MIBFF)

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