Kris Kristofferson will be honored for his acting with the 2011 Career Achievement Award at the Nashville Film Festival on April 15.

His latest film is titled Bloodworth, based on a novel by William Gay. The project will be screened at the festival just after his award is presented.

After making a name for himself as a songwriter in Nashville, Kristofferson found success in Hollywood. His film credits include A Star Is Born (winning a Golden Globe for Best Actor), Blade and Lone Star.