The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has promoted Teni Melidonian to Chief Oscars Officer and MaryJane Partlow to Executive Vice President, Awards Production and Special Events, Academy CEO Bill Kramer announced today. Melidonian will continue to report directly to Kramer. Partlow will report to Melidonian. Melidonian will lead strategy, talent relations, special events … Read more
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced shortlists in 10 categories for the 96th Academy Awards: Documentary Feature Film, Documentary Short Film, International Feature Film, Makeup and Hairstyling, Music (Original Score), Music (Original Song), Animated Short Film, Live Action Short Film, Sound and Visual Effects. – DOCUMENTARY FEATURE FILM Fifteen films will advance … Read more
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced feature films eligible for consideration in the Animated Feature Film, Documentary Feature Film and International Feature Film categories for the 96th Academy Awards. Complete 96th Academy Awards rules can be found at Oscars.org/rules. ANIMATED FEATURE FILM Thirty-three features are eligible for consideration in the Animated Feature … Read more
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures kicks off its winter season with the announcement of new film series and extensive public programming. Programs include the George Stevens Lecture on Directing featuring a 70th anniversary screening of Shane (1953) with George Stevens, Jr. introducing Christopher Nolan; the first retrospective on Song Kang-ho; 3D film screenings with our state-of-the-art Dolby 3D … Read more
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences honoured its student winners from colleges and universities around the world at the 50th Student Academy Awards ceremony. The Gold, Silver and Bronze Medal awards were announced and presented during an in-person ceremony held at the Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. This year, the Student … Read more
Producer Janet Yang was re-elected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences by the organization’s Board of Governors. Also elected to officer positions by the Board: Bonnie Arnold, Vice President (chair, Membership Committee) Howard Berger, Vice President (chair, Museum Committee) Brooke Breton, Vice President (chair, Education and Outreach Committee) Tom Duffield, Vice President/Treasurer … Read more
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today that 10 distinct scientific and technical investigations have been launched for 2023 in the lead-up to the Scientific and Technical Awards on Friday, February 23, 2024. These investigations are made public so that individuals and companies with devices or claims of innovation within these areas … Read more
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is extending invitations to join the organisation to 398 artists and executives who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to motion pictures. “The Academy is proud to welcome these artists and professionals into our membership. They represent extraordinary global talent across cinematic disciplines and have made a … Read more
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that its board of governors voted to present Academy Honorary Awards to Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks and editor Carol Littleton and the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award to the Sundance Institute’s Michelle Satter. The four Oscar statuettes will be presented at the Academy’s 14th Governors Awards event … Read more
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced its newly elected 2023–2024 Board of Governors. The governors will take office at the first scheduled board meeting of the new term. Incumbent governors reelected to the Board: Rob Bredow, Visual Effects Branch Ava DuVernay, Directors Branch Linda Flowers, Makeup Artists and Hairstylists Branch Lynette Howell … Read more
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announces the seventh year of Academy Gold Rising, a career development program for students and young professionals from underrepresented communities. Gold Rising works with various studios and industry organisations to provide educational programs, career preparation sessions, and networking and mentorship opportunities with Academy members and industry professionals. … Read more
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and Academy Museum of Motion Pictures celebrate Pride Month with an array of programming, events, in-gallery conversations, digital content, family workshops, and merchandise offerings throughout June. In solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ community in Los Angeles and worldwide, leadership and staff from the Academy and Academy Museum will participate in … Read more
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures presents the Careers in Film Summit 2023 on Saturday, May 13. The Careers in Film Summit is a free annual program that raises awareness of the range of film-related industry job pathways for students from under-resourced communities and those interested in pursuing filmmaking as a career. The event will take place … Read more
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and ABC announced the 96th Oscars will take place on Sunday, March 10, 2024. The show will air live on ABC and in more than 200 territories worldwide from the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood. Academy key dates for the 2023 Oscar® season are as follows: General … Read more
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures will present a Star Wars-inspired May the 4th celebration. This exciting event will include photo ops with R2-D2, hands-on activities related to the Star Wars universe, a 15% discount* on select Star Wars merchandise at the Academy Museum Store, and a special 40th anniversary screening of Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi. In addition, … Read more
As the buzz of awards season dies down, Christopher Ross BSC takes time to reflect on three months of celebration of our craft. Academy /əˈkadəmi/ Noun 1. A place of study or training in a special field. “a police academy” 2. A society or institution of distinguished scholars and artists or scientists that aims to promote and maintain … Read more
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has named Meredith Shea as its first chief membership, impact, and industry officer, Academy CEO Bill Kramer announced. Shea will report directly to Kramer. In this newly created position, Shea will strategically bring together the Academy teams who lead the strategy and implementation for the Academy’s new … Read more
STYLE AND SUBSTANCE All Quiet on the Western Front’s James Friend ASC BSC topped off an awards season to remember with the Oscar for Best Cinematography. Head behind the scenes of the cinematic splendour of the 95th awards to hear from the winning filmmakers. It wasn’t that anyone was surprised James Friend ASC BSC ultimately … Read more
The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the creation of the Production and Technology Branch, comprising approximately 400 individuals previously classified as Members-at-Large. The new branch represents members working in key technical and production positions in all phases of filmmaking, from pre- to post-production. Branch members include chief … Read more
Rihanna will perform the Oscar-nominated song “Lift Me Up” from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever at the 95th Oscars, executive producers and showrunners Glenn Weiss and Ricky Kirshner announced today. Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, the 95th Oscars will air live on ABC and broadcast outlets worldwide on Sunday, March 12, 2023. “Lift Me Up,” with music by … Read more