Guillermo del Toro, John Carpenter, and Stephen King also paid tribute.
Wes Anderson will be presented with the honour before the screening of his latest movie, The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar.
Barbie hit the $1 billion mark in 17 days, marking a new record for Warner Bros.
Zach Galifianakis had his skin tightened for a couple of hours in the make-up chair before each shoot.
Barbie has come under fire from certain critics who have labelled it too feminist.
Christopher Landon follows in Wes Craven's footsteps by directing a Scream movie.
Jack Quaid was "flattered" by the casting speculation.
The role of Peter Quill/Star-Lord ultimately went to Chris Pratt.
Diane Kruger will collect the honour before the premiere of her new movie Visions.
Gal Gadot has plans to return as Diana Prince/Wonder Woman.
Emma Corrin had to do their homework after being cast in the Marvel movie.
Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby agreed to find spontaneity and unexpected moments during the shoot.
