London, Feb 3 (IANS) Acclaimed filmmaker James Cameron has won the Harold Lloyd award for his achievement and contribution to 3D with his groundbreaking film ‘Avatar’.

Cameron has been given the prize by the International 3-D Society.

Suzanne Lloyd, chairperson of the Harold Lloyd Entertainment, said: ‘James Cameron has embodied Harold Lloyd’s vision and passion for dazzling audiences across the globe.’

‘With ‘Avatar’ and his commitment to 3-D storytelling, it is appropriate that he is the first recipient of this most prestigious annual award,’ contactmusic.com quoted her as saying.

The award ceremony will take place Feb 9 at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre.