Academy to Honor David Inglish
with Bonner Medal

David Inglish

Beverly Hills, CA — David Inglish, known throughout the film industry as a superior behind-the-scenes technologist, has been voted the John A. Bonner Medal of Commendation by the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The award – a medallion – will be presented at the Scientific and Technical Achievement Awards Dinner on Saturday, February 9, at The Beverly Wilshire.

“For decades, Dave has conceived, designed and implemented an amazing array of technology-based projects,” said Academy President Sid Ganis. “His commitment and expertise are truly admirable as is his unfailing dedication to the Academy.”

Inglish began his career in the 1960s at Walt Disney Imagineering. In 1985 he served as project manager for Disney’s Computerized Animation Production System (CAPS), and in 1987 he produced Disney’s first all-computer-animated short film, “Oilspot and Lipstick.” CAPS received a Scientific and Engineering Award from the Academy in 1991.

Inglish’s feature credits include “Tron,” “The Rescuers Down Under,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “The Lion King,” “Aladdin” and “Pocahontas.” During his nearly 30 years at Disney, he held a variety of positions with responsibility for technical facilities and operations.

In 1996 Inglish moved to Universal Studios, where he is currently the director of audio and video technology.

Inglish has been an Academy member since 1992 and has served in the Visual Effects Branch since its inception. He is also a longtime member of the Scientific and Technical Awards Committee. In 2003 he became one of the founding members of the Academy’s Science and Technology Council.

Named in honor of the late director of special projects at Warner Hollywood Studios, the John A. Bonner Medal is awarded for “outstanding service and dedication in upholding the high standards of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.”

Portions of the Scientific and Technical Awards presentation will be included in the Oscar ceremony next month.

Academy Awards for outstanding film achievements of 2007 will be presented on Sunday, February 24, 2008, at the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center®, and televised live by the ABC Television Network beginning at 5 p.m. PT. The Oscar presentation also will be televised live in more than 200 countries worldwide.

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