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Viola Davis and Walter Murch Receive Honorary Doctorates

8/9/2025

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Viola Davis and Walter Murch were honored with Doctorate of Fine Arts degrees from the American Film Institute in a heartfelt ceremony in Los Angeles. Davis celebrated storytelling's ability to unite, while Murch inspired graduates to embrace resilience in a changing industry. They join a prestigious list of past honorees, including Jamie Lee Curtis and Spike Lee.

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Viola Davis and Walter Murch were honored with Doctorate of Fine Arts degrees from the American Film Institute in a heartfelt ceremony in Los Angeles. Davis celebrated storytelling's ability to unite, while Murch inspired graduates to embrace resilience in a changing industry. They join a prestigious list of past honorees, including Jamie Lee Curtis and Spike Lee.