The American Film Institute Salute to ...(1973)

series - first aired/released 1973-04-02 - audience 6.3

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Directed by Marty Pasetta

In 1973 the American Film Institute initiated its Life Achievement Award, to be presented to a yearly recipient whose talent has fundamentally advanced the film art; whose accomplishments have been acknowledged by scholars, critics, professional peers and the general public; and whose work has stood the test of time.