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'The Perks of Being a Wallflower' captures Indie Spirit Award
February 23, 2013 7:23 pm
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Director Stephen Chbosky poses backstage at the Independent Spirit Awards with the award for best first feature for "Perks of Being a Wallflower."
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And the Film Independent Spirit Award for best first feature goes to ... Pittsburgh native Stephen Chbosky for "The Perks of Being a Wallflower."
Mr. Chbosky, who adapted and directed the movie based on his novel, emerged from a field that included "Fill the Void," "Safety Not Guaranteed," "Sound of My Voice" and "Gimme the Loot." He was honored today at the awards show held in a beachside tent in Santa Monica, Calif.
"The Perks of Being a Wallflower" was set and filmed in Pittsburgh.
"Silver Linings Playbook" was the big winner of the day. It was crowned best feature, David O. Russell won for his directing and screenplay, and Jennifer Lawrence was named best actress.
Barbara Vancheri: bvancheri@post-gazette.com.
First Published February 23, 2013 7:22 pm
First Published February 23, 2013 7:22 pm
