October 28, 2003
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Toni Thompson - (310) 247-3000

Beverly Hills, CA - Monday, November 3, is the deadline for makers of eligible animated feature films to submit their entry forms and supporting materials to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for 76th Academy Awards^® consideration.

Filmmakers must submit an entry form that includes the name of the intended award acceptor and the signatures of all credited producers and directors. Required supporting documentation includes a synopsis of the film, cast and credits list and scene stills. The deadline for submitting film prints is Thursday, November 20.

The 76th Academy Award nominations will be announced at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater on Tuesday, January 27, 2004.

Academy Awards for outstanding film achievements of 2003 will be presented on Sunday, February 29, at the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland and televised live by the ABC Television Network at 5 p.m. PST, beginning with a half-hour arrival segment.