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Article: DaimlerChrysler Honors Melvin Van Peebles With 2004 'Behind The Lens' Award.
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- October 14, 2004
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Legendary filmmaker Melvin Van Peebles will be honored at the third annual "Behind The Lens" award, Oct. 24, 2004, in Santa Monica, Calif. The event, established by DaimlerChrysler in 2002, recognizes the contributions and achievements of individuals who work behind the scenes in the entertainment industry.
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"The creative contributions of African-Americans who work behind the scenes have been largely overlooked by the entertainment industry," said Frank Fountain, DaimlerChrysler Senior Vice President-External Affairs and Public Policy (Auburn Hills). "This award celebrates the trailblazers ...