She’s one of the most critically acclaimed actresses of her generation and she’ll be in Rochester soon. Actress Jodie Foster will be awarded the George Eastman Award for her contribution to the art of film.

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What You Need To Know

  • The George Eastman Museum will present Jodie Foster with the George Eastman Award for her distinguished contribution to the art of cinema at a ceremony in the Dryden Theatre on Thursday, May 25

  • Member pre-sale tickets are available April 25 and tickets for the public go on sale May 2

  • The Dryden Theatre will screen a series of Foster's films leading up to and following the award ceremony

Foster has been an actress for more than 45 years. She’s been in many unforgettable roles and inspiring performances. The Oscar and Golden Globe winner joins a list of more than 50 legends who have previously received the award, including Lauren Bacall, Michael Keaton, Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts.

George Eastman Museum director Bruce Barnes says Foster is deserving of the award as both a film artist and director.  

“She has been extraordinary in her representation of strong women facing adversity ranging from challenging to harrowing," Barnes said. "She’s been great to work with so far and we are looking forward to having her as a guest."

All through May, the museum's Dryden Theater will screen a number of Foster's films, including "Taxi Driver" and "Panic Room."

Tickets for museum members go on sale on April 25 with any remaining public tickets available on May 2. Tickets and other information for the gala and a related series of seven Foster films at the Dryden Theatre are available at eastman.org/eastmanaward2023.