Vanguard gong for Buffy creator
Tuesday November 24 2009
Buffy The Vampire Slayer creator Joss Whedon is to receive the prestigious Vanguard Award.
The creative genius behind Buffy, Angel, Firefly and Dollhouse will be presented with the honour for his achievements in new media and technology by the Producers Guild of America (PGA), joining the likes of George Lucas and James Cameron.
"This is an honour I didn't expect and probably don't deserve," he told the Hollywood Reporter.
He continued: "The truth is, I've never actually guarded a van, but I am a super-total visionary, so that fits.
"This is a time of radical change in media delivery and content, and I'm honestly proud the PGA has singled me out as someone who sort of knows what's going on."
David Friendly and Laurence Mark, co-chairs of the PGA Awards, said: "Joss Whedon has mastered the art of melding the newest technology with inspired storytelling, truly exemplifying the spirit of the Vanguard Award."
The award will be presented at the 21st annual PGA ceremony on January 24 at the Hollywood Palladium.
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