February 1, 2009
DGA Honorary Life Membership Award
Roger Ebert
The DGA Honorary Life Membership Award is given in recognition of outstanding creative achievement, contribution to the DGA or the profession of directing.
Robert B. Aldrich Service Award
William M. Brady
The Robert B. Aldrich Service Award is given in recognition of extraordinary service to the Directors Guild of America and its membership.
Frank Capra Achievement Award
Kim Kurumada
The Frank Capra Achievement Award is given to an Assistant Director or Unit Production Manager in recognition of career achievement in the industry and service to the Directors Guild of America.
Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award
Scott Berger
The Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award is given to an Associate Director or Stage Manager in recognition of career achievement in the industry and service to the Directors Guild of America.