Noel Clarke is set to be honoured at 2019 British Urban Film Festival awards.
The director and actor will be recognised for his career– which has spanned over two decades – in film and TV.
The 43-year-old, who is currently starring alongside actor Ashley Walters in Bulletproof on Sky One, will accept the honour at the British Urban Film Festival Awards 2019 on 7 September.
Speaking ahead of the ceremony, the former Doctor Who actor said: Im honoured to be receiving this award from the British Urban Film Festival.
Its not every day that you get honoured by your film peers and so to be joining an elite list of recipients including people that I count as friends including Wil Johnson and Ashley Walters is all the more satisfying. Thank you BUFF.
BUFF Chairman Emmanuel Anyiam-Osigwe said: In accepting this years highest honour, Noel joins an illustrious list of recipients including Richard Pryor, Wil Johnson, Ashley Walters and Amma Asante who have enriched the British Urban Film Festival with their talent, their spirit and their supreme work ethic.
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The UK owes Noel Clarke a huge debt of gratitude for single handedly kickstarting a revolution in the UK film industry.
The British Urban Film Festival would not be the beacon that it is if it wasnt for Noel Clarke. As an actor, his performances continue to leave an indelible mark on audiences and critics far and wide.
As a Black British producer, he is one of a rare breed who has grossed multiple million pound plus movies at the box office.
As a writer and director, his vision is the mark of a true genius. As a student of the business, Noel continues to be an inspiration to me and to millions of people.
This years BUFF Awards ceremony will be held at the London Montcalm Marble Arch hotel.
This years renewal of the week-long British Urban Film Festival precedes the ceremony, beginning 1 September.
Noels achievement comes after he promised Bulletproof would level up as the show returns for another series.
The Kidulthood actor said: This is a culturally significant and ground-breaking show in many ways, and we appreciate the record views and support along the way.
We made this show for people we feel are underrepresented so they could be entertained, which they were, and they came out in droves to watch. Thank you to all who tuned in and see you for series two.
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