David O Russell, Jennifer Lawrence honoured

'Silver Linings Playbook' helmer David O Russell and the film's lead actress Jennifer Lawrence were honoured at the LA Italia Film, Fashion and Art festival. Veteran star Al Pacino and Robert De Niro were also honoured by the fest with the former receiving the inaugural Jack Valenti Legend Award at the Chinese Theater in Hollywood, reported Variety. The fest is produced by founder Pascal Vicedomini and chaired by Rick Nicita, with producer Martha De Laurentiis serving as president and producer Mark Canton serving as honorary chair. The festival runs till February 23.