http://www.oscars.org/press/ Press Releases | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Oscars.org en-us Copyright 2012, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Mon, 20 May 2013 18:00:00 GMT 5 http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130520.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130520.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy Announces Animated Feature Film Rule Change </p> Mon, 20 May 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130520.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130515.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130515.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The 2013 Oscars Outdoors summer movie season kicks off with Joss Whedon’s “Much Ado about Nothing,” presented by KCRW’s “Matt’s Movies,” on Wednesday, June 5. </p> Wed, 15 May 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130515.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130514.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130514.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Thirteen students from nine U.S. colleges and universities as well as three students from foreign universities have been selected as winners in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Student Academy Awards competition.   </p> Tue, 14 May 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130514.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130504.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130504.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — For the first time, the entire voting membership of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will automatically be eligible to vote in all 24 Oscar categories, Academy President Hawk Koch announced today at a meeting of the Academy’s members.  </p> Sat, 04 May 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130504.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130501.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130501.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Thirty-eight students from 17 U.S. colleges and universities as well as nine students from foreign universities have been selected as finalists in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Student Academy Awards competition.   </p> Wed, 01 May 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130501.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130426.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130423.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar®-winning screenwriter Mark Boal, writer-producer Damon Lindelof, Oscar-winning editor William Goldenberg, Oscar-nominated editor Dylan Tichenor, and editors Maryann Brandon and Mary Jo Markey will join together for the onstage discussion, “Turning the Page: Storytelling in the Digital Age” on Wednesday, May 15, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills.  </p> Tue, 26 April 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130426.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130423.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130423.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The creative team from the Oscar®-winning film "Life of Pi" will reunite to examine the breakthrough 3D and visual effects work that went into crafting the film. </p> Tue, 23 April 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130423.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130417.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130417.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, in partnership with New York University and the Orphan Film Symposium, will present "The Real Indies: A Close Look at Orphan Films," a two-day screening series on Friday, May 10, and Saturday, May 11, at the Academy's Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Wed, 17 April 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130417.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130416.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130416.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The acclaimed motion picture, television and theater producing team of Craig Zadan and Neil Meron will return to produce the Oscars for a second time next year, Academy President Hawk Koch announced. The Academy Awards® will air live on ABC on Oscar® Sunday, March 2, 2014. </p> Tue, 16 April 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130416.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130408.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130408.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today that it has received a $25 million commitment from The David Geffen Foundation for the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. The gift was made as part of the Academy Museum's $300 million capital campaign and is the largest commitment received to date. In recognition of this gift, the Academy will name the Museum's premiere-sized theater The David Geffen Theater. </p> Mon, 08 April 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130408.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130405.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130405.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Deadlines to submit entries to the 2013 Academy Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting competition are Wednesday, April 10 (regular deadline) and Wednesday, May 1 (final deadline). As many as five $35,000 fellowships will be awarded in November. </p> Fri, 05 April 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130405.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130404.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130404.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences kicks off its new exhibition, “KICK ASS! Kung Fu Posters from the Stephen Chin Collection,” with a 40th anniversary screening of “Enter the Dragon” on Wednesday, April 17, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Thu, 04 April 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130404.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130327a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130327a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy is deeply saddened by the passing of our beloved former president and Oscar-nominated screenwriter Fay Kanin. </p> Wed, 27 March 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130327a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130327.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130327.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Producer Lorne Michaels, writer-actor Mike Myers, actor Dana Carvey and director Penelope Spheeris will reunite for a panel discussion and screening of "Wayne's World" on Tuesday, April 23, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. The evening will be introduced by Academy President Hawk Koch, who also served as the film's executive producer. </p> Wed, 27 March 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130327.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130325a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130325a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy launches a slate of events focused on the breakthroughs in visual effects, beginning with a special advance screening of "Jurassic Park 3D" on April 2, and concluding with an exploration of the groundbreaking VFX techniques used in "Life of Pi" on May 6. </p> Mon, 25 March 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130325a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130325.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130325.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the ABC Television Network today announced the dates for the 86th and 87th Oscar® presentations. The 86th and 87th Academy Awards® will air live on ABC on Oscar Sunday, March 2, 2014, and February 22, 2015, respectively.  </p> Mon, 25 March 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130325.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130320.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130320.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The deadlines to submit entries for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 2013 Student Academy Awards competition are Friday, March 22 (Foreign Film category), and Monday, April 1 (all other categories).  </p> Wed, 20 March 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130320.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130313.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130313.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The collaborative process between directors and cinematographers and an exploration of Hollywood during the age of mergers and acquisitions will be the topics explored by Dr. Christopher Beach and Dr. Thomas Schatz, respectively, who have been named the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 2012 Academy Film Scholars. The Academy's Educational Grants Committee, which selected Beach and Schatz on the basis of their manuscript proposals, will present the first half of two $25,000 grants at a private luncheon on Monday, March 18.  </p> Wed, 13 March 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130313.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130312.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130312.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present "An Academy Conversation with Danny Boyle," including a screening of the Oscar winner's feature directorial debut, "Shallow Grave," on Thursday, April 4, at 7 p.m. at the Academy Theater in New York City.  </p> Tue, 12 March 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130312.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130304.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130304.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present a new digital restoration of “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” in celebration of the film’s 25th anniversary on Thursday, April 4, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills.  </p> Mon, 04 March 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130304.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130224.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130224.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — For the first time, viewers in the U.S. will be able to stream tonight’s Oscars show in its entirety across multiple platforms including ABC.com, the ABC Player app, and the free, ad-supported Hulu and Hulu Plus subscription service. The show will also be available via ABC On Demand, the network’s fast forward-disabled VOD service.  </p> Sun, 24 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130224.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130222a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130222a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Michael Feinstein, two-time Emmy® and five-time Grammy® Award-nominated entertainer dubbed “The Ambassador of the Great American Songbook,” will take the stage on Oscar Sunday, February 24, at the Academy's official post-Oscar ® celebration, the Governors Ball. </p> Fri, 22 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130222a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130222.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130222.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Multiple Academy Award® winners Jack Nicholson and Dustin Hoffman will present on this year’s Oscar telecast, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Fri, 22 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130222.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130221.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130221.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy Award® winner Jane Fonda will join Jennifer Garner, Kristen Stewart and Kerry Washington to present on the Oscar telecast, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Thu, 21 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130221.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130220b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130220b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today that Kristin Chenoweth and Seth MacFarlane will participate in a special show closing musical performance. </p> Wed, 20 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130220b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130220a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130220a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy Award® nominees, presenters and performers arriving on the red carpet on Oscar® Sunday, February 24, will be greeted by entertainment and sports reporter Chris Connelly, the Academy announced today. This will be Connelly's first stint as the Academy's red carpet greeter. </p> Wed, 20 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130220a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130220.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130220.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy Award® winners Jennifer Hudson, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Russell Crowe join this year’s Oscar® nominees Hugh Jackman and Anne Hathaway along with Amanda Seyfried, Eddie Redmayne, Aaron Tveit, Samantha Barks, and Helena Bonham Carter in a celebration honoring movie musicals of the last decade, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Wed, 20 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130220.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130219.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130219.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar-winning actors Michael Douglas and Jamie Foxx will join Jennifer Aniston and Paul Rudd as presenters on the Oscar telecast, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Tue, 19 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130219.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130218.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130218.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Actors Salma Hayek Pinault, Melissa McCarthy, Liam Neeson and John Travolta will present on the Oscar telecast, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Mon, 18 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130218.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130215a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130215a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Grammy Award-winning singer Kelly Rowland today announced that she has been invited to join Emmy® and Tony® award-winning actress Kristin Chenoweth, Entertainment Weekly Managing Editor Jess Cagle and “Good Morning America” anchor Lara Spencer to host the official Oscar® pre-show, ”The Oscars Red Carpet Live.” </p> Fri, 15 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130215a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130215.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130215.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and mtvU, MTV's 24-hour college network, have announced the six winners of the "Oscar Experience College Search" for aspiring filmmakers. The winners will appear live on stage to deliver Oscar statuettes to ceremony presenters at the Academy Awards® on Oscar Sunday, February 24th.  </p> Fri, 15 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130215.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130214c.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130214c.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy and Disney/ABC Television Group's Digital Media team have unveiled the talent line up for their Emmy® Award-winning Oscar second screen experience, Backstage Pass, on Oscar.com and the official Oscars app.  </p> Thu, 14 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130214c.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130214b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130214b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Final voting for the Oscars will end on Tuesday, February 19, at 5 p.m. PT. Ballots received after the deadline will not be counted. </p> Thu, 14 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130214b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130214a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130214a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Emmy® and Tony® award-winning actress Kristin Chenoweth, Entertainment Weekly Managing Editor Jess Cagle and "Good Morning America" anchor Lara Spencer today announced they will be hosting the official Oscar® pre-show, "The Oscars Red Carpet Live." </p> Thu, 14 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130214a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130214.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130214.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy Award® nominees Ben Affleck, Jessica Chastain and Jennifer Lawrence will present on the Oscar telecast, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Thu, 14 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130214.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130213.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130213.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy Award® winners Halle Berry, Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman and Reese Witherspoon will present on the Oscar telecast, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. All four have previously won the award for Best Actress. </p> Wed, 13 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130213.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130212a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130212a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — To ensure public safety, support security strategies and facilitate the production of this year’s Oscars®, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the City of Los Angeles have finalized street closure plans around the Dolby Theatre™ at Hollywood & Highland Center® in Hollywood. </p> Tue, 12 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130212a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130212.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130212.html"></a>New York, NY — PEOPLE, the No. 1 celebrity and entertainment brand, has partnered with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to present the 2013 Oscar Fan Experience on Oscar Sunday, February 24. The Oscar Fan Experience celebrates movie buffs around the world by giving selected guests access to Oscar's big day like they have never experienced before. </p> Tue, 12 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130212.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130211b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130211b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — In celebration of The Oscars® on February 24, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences unveiled today the newest addition to its show poster collection. </p> Mon, 11 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130211b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130211a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130211a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is now accepting entries for the 2013 Academy Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting competition. As many as five $35,000 fellowships will be awarded in November. </p> Mon, 11 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130211a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130211.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130211.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy Award® winner's Renée Zellweger and Catherine Zeta-Jones will join their "Chicago" cast mates Richard Gere and Queen Latifah to present together on-stage at the Oscars®, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Mon, 11 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130211.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130208b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130208b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and Gallery1988 will present "For Your Consideration," their first collaborative exhibition featuring art inspired by the 2012 Best Picture Oscar® nominees, on display February 14 through 17 at Gallery1988 Melrose in Los Angeles. The images can currently be viewed in a digital gallery at http://oscar.com/for-your-consideration. </p> Fri, 08 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130208b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130208a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130208a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — William Ross will serve as Music Director for the Academy Awards®, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Fri, 08 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130208a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130208.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130208.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Dame Shirley Bassey will make a special appearance on the Oscars®, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Fri, 08 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130208.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130207b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130207b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Final voting for the Oscars will officially open on Friday, February 8th at 8 a.m. PT and end on Tuesday, February 19th at 5 p.m. PT, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today. </p> Thu, 07 February 2013 21:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130207b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130207a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130207a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The iconic landmark restaurant Daniel will be rolling out the red carpet for New York-based members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, entertainment industry executives, and several hometown luminaries to celebrate the 85th Oscars with an exclusive viewing party, the only East Coast event officially hosted by the Academy. </p> Thu, 07 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130207a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130207.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130207.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Oscars will feature special appearances by Academy Award® winner Charlize Theron, Channing Tatum, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Daniel Radcliffe at the upcoming Awards ceremony. </p> Thu, 07 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130207.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130206.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130206.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — “Marvel’s The Avengers” cast mates Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Samuel L. Jackson, Jeremy Renner and Mark Ruffalo will present together on the Oscar stage, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Wed, 06 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130206.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130205.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130205.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Last year's Academy Award® winners Meryl Streep, Jean Dujardin, Octavia Spencer and Christopher Plummer will return to present on this year's telecast, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Tue, 05 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130205.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130201b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130201b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Seventeen of the 20 nominees in the acting categories will be among more than 160 Oscar nominees who will gather at noon on Monday, February 4, at the Beverly Hilton when the Academy honors this year's Oscar contenders at its annual Nominees Luncheon. </p> Fri, 01 February 2013 23:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130201b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130201.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130201.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Mark Wahlberg and his teddy bear co-star "Ted" will be presenters on the Oscar® show, telecast producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Fri, 01 February 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130201.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130131.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130131.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — In the week leading up to the Oscars®, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present five public events celebrating this year’s nominees. </p> Thu, 31 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130131.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130130.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130130.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Two-time Academy Award® winner Barbra Streisand, who has sung on the Oscars only once before, will perform on the upcoming Oscar® telecast on February 24. Streisand last sang the love theme from "A Star Is Born" on the March 28, 1977 show, winning the Best Original Song Oscar for "Evergreen" that same night. </p> Wed, 30 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130130.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130129a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130129a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is pleased to announce that it has received a gift of 1,088 original movie posters from the golden age of Hollywood filmmaking.  </p> Tues, 29 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130129a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130129.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130129.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The first-ever Oscar Roadtrip will kick off on Monday, February 4, in New York City, and over the next three weeks will bring the excitement of the Oscars® to numerous cities across the country. Fans along the way will have a chance to hold an actual Oscar statuette before it arrives on the Hollywood red carpet in time for the 85th Academy Awards® presentation on Sunday, February 24. </p> Tues, 29 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130129.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130128.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130128.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) will present "Oscar's Docs, 1955–2002: American Stories" from February 2 through February 14 at MoMA in New York City. This annual collaboration highlights Oscar®-winning and nominated short and feature-length documentary films that explore the history, culture and politics of the United States. </p> Mon, 28 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130128.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130127.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130127.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Grammy® Award-winning singer-songwriter Norah Jones will perform "Everybody Needs a Best Friend" from the motion picture "Ted," telecast producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Sun, 27 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130127.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130125c.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130125c.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Producers Branch Executive Committee of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has determined the individual nominees for “Amour” in the Best Picture category for the Oscars. They are producers Margaret Menegoz, Stefan Arndt, Veit Heiduschka and Michael Katz. </p> Thu, 25 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130125c.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130125b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130125b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced the creation of the Costume Designers Branch. Costume designers had previously been a part of the Designers Branch, which also includes production designers, art directors and set decorators. Academy Governor Jeffrey Kurland will transfer to the newly created branch and eventually be joined by two additional governors. </p> Thu, 25 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130125b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130125.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130125.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Oscars will include a special celebration of movie musicals of the last ten years, the telecast's producers announced today. </p> Thu, 25 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130125.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130123.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130123.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Multi-platinum selling singer-songwriter Adele will perform the Oscar®-nominated theme song from the latest James Bond movie at the 85th Academy Awards®, the show's producers announced today.  </p> Wed, 23 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130123.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130122a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130122a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the schedule for the final round of voting for this year’s Oscars®. </p> Tue, 22 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130122a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130122.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130122.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy governor Jeffrey Kurland, event producer Cheryl Cecchetto and master chef Wolfgang Puck will return to create this year's Governors Ball, the Academy's official post-Oscar® celebration, which will immediately follow the 85th Academy Awards® ceremony on Sunday, February 24. The 1,500 guests of the Governors Ball include Academy Award® winners and nominees, show presenters and other telecast participants.  </p> Tue, 22 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130122.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130117a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130117a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is now accepting entries for the 40th Anniversary Student Academy Awards competition in 2013. Gold, Silver and Bronze Medal awards, along with cash prizes, may be presented to student filmmakers in the following categories: Alternative, Animation, Narrative, Documentary and Foreign Student Film.  </p> Thu, 17 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130117a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130117.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130117.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — As part of the “Academy Conversations” series, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and The Blackhouse Foundation will present a conversation with one of Hollywood’s most innovative and entrepreneurial film producers, Will Packer, on Saturday, January 19, at 3:30 p.m. at Buona Vita in Park City, Utah.  </p> Thu, 17 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130117.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130116.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130116.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Actors Chris Pine and Zoe Saldana will host the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Scientific and Technical Awards on Saturday, February 9, at The Beverly Hills Hotel.  </p> Wed, 16 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130116.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130115.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130115.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — On Oscar Sunday, February 24, charities in 45 cities will bring the Oscar experience to life at viewing parties in each city. The Oscar Experience: Benefits is the Academy's grassroots outreach program that allows charities across the country to host official Oscar parties while raising money for their causes. </p> Tue, 15 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130115.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130110a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130110a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Unparalleled Backstage Pass Feature Provides Ultimate Insider Access on Oscar Sunday Expanded in 2013 to Include Android Platform </p> Thu, 10 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130110a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130110.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130110.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Nominations for the 85th Academy Awards® were announced today (Thursday, January 10) by this year's Oscar host, Seth MacFarlane, and actress Emma Stone. </p> Thu, 10 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130110.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130108.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130108.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Visual effects supervisor and director of photography Bill Taylor has been voted the John A. Bonner Medal of Commendation by the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. </p> Tue, 8 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130108.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130107.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130107.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Nominations for the 85th Academy Awards® will be announced by the show's host, Seth MacFarlane, and actress Emma Stone on Thursday, January 10. This will be the first time since 1972 that an Oscar show host has participated in the nominations announcement. </p> Mon, 7 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130107.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130104.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130104.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The 85th Academy Awards® will include a tribute to the James Bond movie franchise, which is celebrating its 50th Anniversary this year, the telecast's producers announced today.  </p> Fri, 4 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130104.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130103.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130103.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that nine scientific and technical achievements represented by 25 individual award recipients will be honored at its annual Scientific and Technical Awards Presentation at The Beverly Hills Hotel on Saturday, February 9, 2013.  </p> Thu, 3 January 2013 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2013/20130103.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121231.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121231.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has extended the deadline for members to vote for Oscar nominations by one day to Friday, January 4, 2013, 5.p.m. PT.  </p> Mon, 31 December 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121231.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121221.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121221.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Nine films will advance to the next round of voting in the Foreign Language Film category for the 85th Academy Awards®. Seventy-one films had originally qualified in the category. </p> Fri, 21 December 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121221.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121215.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121215.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that seven films remain in competition in the Makeup and Hairstyling category for the 85th Academy Awards®. </p> Sat, 15 December 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121215.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121214a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121214a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Nominations voting for the 85th Academy Awards® will open at 8 a.m. PT, Monday, December 17, for the 5,856 voting members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Members will have until 5 p.m. PT, Thursday, January 3, 2013, to vote electronically or mail in a paper ballot. Any paper ballots received after the deadline will not be counted. </p> Fri, 14 December 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121214a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121214.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121214.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Two hundred eighty-two feature films are eligible for the 2012 Academy Awards®, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today. </p> Fri, 14 December 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121214.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121211.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121211.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Seventy-five songs from eligible feature-length motion pictures released in 2012 are in contention for nominations in the Original Song category for the 85th Academy Awards®, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today. </p> Tue, 11 December 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121211.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121210.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121210.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — One hundred four scores from eligible feature-length motion pictures released in 2012 are in contention for nominations in the Original Score category for the 85th Academy Awards®, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today. </p> Mon, 10 December 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121210.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121204.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121204.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will celebrate the groundbreaking career of Oscar®-winning filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar with an intimate retrospective on Thursday, December 13, at the Curzon Soho Cinema in London. </p> Tue, 4 December 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121204.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121203.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121203.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that 15 films in the Documentary Feature category will advance in the voting process for the 85th Academy Awards®. One hundred twenty-six pictures had originally qualified in the category. </p> Mon, 3 December 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121203.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121130.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121130.html"></a>Los Angeles, CA — mtvU, MTV's 24-hour college network, today announced that comedian, writer, producer and this year's host of the Oscars®, Seth MacFarlane, is the newest guest professor on the network's ongoing, Emmy®-nominated "Stand In" series. </p> Fri, 30 November 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121130.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121129b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121129b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has extended the deadline for members to request a paper ballot to vote for the 85th Academy Awards® by two weeks, to Friday, December 14. (The original date was November 30.) </p> Thu, 29 November 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121129b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121129a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121129a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that 11 live action short films will advance in the voting process for the 85th Academy Awards®. </p> Thu, 29 November 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121129a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121129.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121129.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that 10 films remain in the running in the Visual Effects category for the 85th Academy Awards®. </p> Thu, 29 November 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121129.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121126.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121126.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — In celebration of actor Danny Kaye’s centennial, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will screen the holiday classic "White Christmas" (1954) at Oscars Outdoors in Hollywood on Thursday, December 6, and Friday, December 7, at 7 p.m. </p> Mon, 26 November 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121126.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121115.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121115.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Doug Cooper, Paul Debevec, Ray Feeney, Josh Pines, David Stump, Steve Sullivan, Bill Taylor and Beverly Wood have accepted invitations to join the Science and Technology Council of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, bringing the Council's 2012–2013 membership roster to 25. </p> Thu, 15 November 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121115.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121109.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121109.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that 10 animated short films will advance in the voting process for the 85th Academy Awards®. Fifty-six pictures had originally qualified in the category. </p> Fri, 9 November 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121109.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121108.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121107.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Emmy® and Tony® Award-winning choreographer Rob Ashford has been tapped to provide musical staging and choreography for the 85th Academy Awards telecast, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Thu, 8 November 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121108.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121107.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121107.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences presents following events in the month of November: "Bram Stoker's Dracula" (1992) Thursday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. and Alfred Hitchcock's "The Ring" (1927) Thursday, November 29, at 7:30 p.m. </p> Wed, 7 November 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121107.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121102.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121102.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Twenty-one features have been submitted for consideration in the Animated Feature Film category for the 85th Academy Awards®. </p> Fri, 2 November 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121102.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121101.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121101.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Screenwriter Billy Ray will deliver the keynote address at the Academy Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting ceremony on Thursday, November 8, at the Beverly Wilshire. </p> Thu, 1 November 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121101.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121029.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121029.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will celebrate the life and career of filmmaker Stanley Kubrick on Wednesday, November 7, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Mon, 29 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121029.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121026.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121026.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy is hosting an October-long celebration of classic horror films in honor of "Universal's Legacy of Horror"- part of the studio's year-long 100th anniversary celebration. </p> Fri, 26 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121026.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121024a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121024a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Five writers have been selected as winners of the 2012 Academy Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting competition. Each writer will receive a $35,000 prize, the first installment of which will be distributed at a gala dinner in Beverly Hills on November 8. </p> Wed, 24 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121024a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121024.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121024.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Tony® Award-winning production designer Derek McLane will serve as designer for the 85th Academy Awards® telecast, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. This will be McLane's first time designing an Oscar set. </p> Wed, 24 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121024.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121022a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121022a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — To qualify in the Animated Feature Film category for the 85th Academy Awards®, filmmakers must submit entry forms and supporting materials to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences by 5 p.m. PT on Thursday, November 1. </p> Mon, 22 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121022a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121022.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121022.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Danette Herman has been named coordinating producer for the 85th Academy Awards®, telecast producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Mon, 22 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121022.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121019a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121019a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy is hosting an October-long celebration of classic horror films in honor of “Universal’s Legacy of Horror”- part of the studio’s year-long 100th anniversary celebration. </p> Fri, 19 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121019a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121019.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121019.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present a restored version of the comedic silent film "Show People" (1928) on Thursday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Fri, 19 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121019.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121018.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121018.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that it has reached its initial goal of $100 million toward a $250 million capital campaign to fund the upcoming Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. </p> Thu, 18 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121018.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121015a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121015a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Michael B. Seligman has been named supervising producer of the 85th Academy Awards® telecast, marking his 36th year of association with the show, telecast producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. </p> Mon, 15 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121015a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121015.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121015.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy is hosting an October-long celebration of classic horror films in honor of "Universal’s Legacy of Horror"- part of the studio’s year-long 100th anniversary celebration. </p> Mon, 15 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121015.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121011.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121011.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that the field of Documentary Short Subject contenders for the 85th Academy Awards® has been narrowed to eight films, of which three to five will earn Oscar® nominations. </p> Thu, 11 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121011.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121008a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121008a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — A record 71 countries, including first-time entrant Kenya, have submitted films for consideration in the Foreign Language Film category for the 85th Academy Awards®. </p> Mon, 8 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121008a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121008.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121008.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Applications for media credentials for the Nominations Announcement on January 10, 2013, and the 85th Academy Awards on February 24, 2013, are NOW AVAILABLE. </p> Mon, 8 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121008.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121005.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121005.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy is hosting an October-long celebration of classic horror films in honor of "Universal’s Legacy of Horror"- part of the studio’s year-long 100th anniversary celebration. </p> Fri, 5 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121005.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121004.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121004.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy celebrates the arts and sciences of movies with the following events in the month of October: "A Man and a Woman" and "The Monkey King" in 3D. </p> Thu, 4 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121004.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121003.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121003.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Ten finalists, consisting of nine individual screenwriters and one writing team, have been selected for the 2012 Academy Nicholl Fellowships. Their scripts will now be read and judged by the Academy's Nicholl Fellowships Committee, which may award as many as five of the prestigious $35,000 screenwriting fellowships. </p> Wed, 3 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121003.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121001.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121001.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Seth MacFarlane will host the 85th Academy Awards®, telecast producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. This will be MacFarlane's first appearance on Oscar's stage. The 85th Academy Awards will be broadcast live on Oscar® Sunday, February 24, on the ABC Television Network. </p> Mon, 1 October 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20121001.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120925.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120925.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present a 60th anniversary screening of "Limelight," Charlie Chaplin's final masterpiece, on Wednesday, October 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Tue, 25 September 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120925.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120924.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120924.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Beginning on Monday, September 24, at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT fans from around the world may enter online for a random drawing for bleacher seats along the 85th Academy Awards red carpet. </p> Mon, 24 September 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120924.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120921.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120921.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — As part of the global 50th anniversary celebration of James Bond, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present "The Music of Bond: The First 50 Years," on Friday, October 5, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Fri, 21 September 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120921.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120919a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120919a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar®-nominated screenwriter Robin Swicord has been elected to the Board of Governors, representing the Writers Branch, of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. </p> Wed, 19 September 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120919a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120919.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120919.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — In celebration of its recent film preservation efforts, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will launch the first-ever “Film-to-Film” Festival, which will run September 27 through September 29, in the Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills and the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Wed, 19 September 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120919.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120918.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120918.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced key dates for the 85th Academy Awards season. </p> Tue, 18 September 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120918.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120914a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120914a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Monday, September 24, 5 p.m. PT is the deadline for filmmakers to submit documentary features to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for consideration for the 85th Academy Awards®. </p> Fri, 14 September 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120914a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120914.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120914.html"></a>East Hampton, NY — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will co-present a special evening honoring the career of costume designer Ann Roth during The 20th Hamptons International Film Festival </p> Fri, 14 September 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120914.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120913.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120913.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Don Mischer will direct the 85th Academy Awards telecast, telecast producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. This marks the continuation of Don Mischer Productions' multi-faceted relationship with the Academy, which includes producing the Oscars® red carpet pre-show and producing the annual Governors Awards. </p> Thu, 13 September 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120913.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120906.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120906.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy film scholar Richard B. Jewell, professor of critical studies at the University of Southern California’s School of Cinematic Arts, will present highlights from his book RKO Radio Pictures: A Titan Is Born on Tuesday, September 18, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Thu, 6 September 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120906.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120905a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120905a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences voted tonight to present Honorary Awards to stunt performer Hal Needham, documentarian D. A. Pennebaker and arts advocate George Stevens, Jr., and the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award to philanthropist Jeffrey Katzenberg. </p> Wed, 5 September 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120905a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120905.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120905.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Science and Technology Council of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, in conjunction with the Palo Alto International Film Festival (PAIFF), presents a 30th anniversary screening of Steven Spielberg's "E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial" on Friday, September 28, at 7:30 p.m. at the Outdoor Festival Village Stage in Palo Alto, CA. </p> Wed, 5 September 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120905.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120904.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120904.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will host a month-long series of screenings of classic horror films with "Universal's Legacy of Horror" in October. The series is part of the studio's year-long 100th anniversary celebration engaging Universal's fans and all movie lovers in the art of moviemaking. </p> Tue, 4 September 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120904.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120830a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120830a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Tuesday, September 4, 5 p.m. PT is the deadline for documentary filmmakers to submit short subject documentaries and all required paperwork to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for consideration for the 85th Academy Awards®. </p> Thu, 30 August 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120830a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120830.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120830.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has approved additional rules for the 85th Academy Awards. The most significant changes affect the Original Song category, in which there will now be five nominees. </p> Thu, 30 August 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120830.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120823.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120823.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Acclaimed motion picture, television and theater producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron will produce the 85th Academy Awards, Academy President Hawk Koch announced today. </p> Thu, 23 August 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120823.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120817.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120817.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Scientific and Technical Awards Committee of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today that seven scientific and technical achievements have been selected for further awards consideration. </p> Fri, 17 August 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120817.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120816.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120816.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (The Academy) are pleased to co-present the first U.S. retrospective of filmmaker Stanley Kubrick, developed in collaboration with the Kubrick Estate and the Deutsches Filmmuseum, Frankfurt. </p> Thu, 16 August 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120816.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120815.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120815.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — In celebration of writer and filmmaker Nora Ephron, "Julie & Julia" (2009) will screen as the final installment of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Oscars Outdoors summer film series on Friday, September 7, at 7:30 p.m. at the new open-air theater located on the Academy Hollywood campus. </p> Wed, 15 August 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120815.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120814.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120814.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the Mary Pickford Foundation have partnered on a multi-year initiative to promote the legacy of Mary Pickford and the silent film era, Academy CEO Dawn Hudson announced. The partnership includes an annual silent film screening, silent film preservation initiatives and the digitization of components of the Academy's Mary Pickford Collection. </p> Tue, 14 August 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120814.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120809.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120809.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Ever wonder if it’s possible to build a suit like Iron Man’s? What would you have to do to become a real-life Batman? Do you think gamma radiation could really create an Incredible Hulk? The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will answer these questions and more in "The Science of Hollywood Superheroes," on Wednesday, August 15, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Thu, 09 August 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120809.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120807.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120807.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present a new 70mm print of the 1960 historical drama "Spartacus" for the final screening in its series "The Last 70mm Film Festival" on Monday, August 13, at 7 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Tue, 07 August 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120807.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120802.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120802.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The husband-and-wife team of John and Faith Hubley, who brought a humanistic perspective and a distinctly modern style to postwar American animation, will be honored by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Friday, September 14, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Thu, 02 August 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120802.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120731b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120731b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Producer Hawk Koch was elected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences tonight (July 31) by the organization's Board of Governors. This will be his first term in the office. </p> Tue, 31 July 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120731b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120731a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120731a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences presents the 1968 science fiction epic "2001: A Space Odyssey" as the fifth film in its series "The Last 70mm Film Festival" on Monday, August 6, at 7 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Tue, 31 July 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120731a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120731.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120731.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Monday Nights with Oscar® screening series will present "Thank God It’s Friday" (1978) on Monday, August 6, at 7 p.m. at the Academy Theater in New York City. </p> Tue, 31 July 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120731.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120725.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120725.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has updated regulations for how companies and individuals may market movies and achievements eligible for the 85th Academy Awards® to Academy members. </p> Wed, 25 July 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120725.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120724.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120724.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences presents a new print of the 1965 musical classic "The Sound of Music" as the fourth film in its series "The Last 70mm Film Festival" on Monday, July 30, at 7 p.m. at the Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Tue, 24 July 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120724.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120723.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120723.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar-winning screenwriter Frank Pierson died today in Los Angeles of natural causes following a short illness. He was 87. </p> Mon, 23 July 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120723.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120718.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120718.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Science has promoted Andy Horn to the newly created position of Chief Financial Officer, Academy CEO Dawn Hudson announced today. </p> Wed, 18 July 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120718.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120717a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120717a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Six first-time governors have been elected to the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences – Dante Spinotti, representing the Cinematographers branch; Lisa Cholodenko, Directors branch; Dick Cook, Executives; John Knoll, Visual Effects; Scott Millan, Sound and Bill Condon, Writers. </p> Tue, 17 July 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120717a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120717.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120717.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences presents the 1966 racing spectacular "Grand Prix" as the third film in its series "The Last 70mm Film Festival" on Monday, July 23, at 7 p.m. at the Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Tue, 17 July 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120717.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120712.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120712.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Science and Technology Council of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has selected two students to participate in summer internships at Industrial Light & Magic and Rhythm & Hues Studios. </p> Thu, 12 July 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120712.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120710.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120710.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present the 1959 animated classic "Sleeping Beauty" as the second film in its series "The Last 70mm Film Festival" on Monday, July 16, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Tue, 10 July 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120710.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120709.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120709.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Marketing executive Cheryl Boone Isaacs will produce the 4th Annual Governors Awards for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Academy President Tom Sherak announced today. </p> Mon, 09 July 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120709.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120629a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120629a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is extending invitations to join the organization to 176 artists and executives who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to theatrical motion pictures. </p> Fri, 29 June 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120629a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120629.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120629.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Disney Media Distribution and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences have extended their agreement for DMD to distribute the annual Academy Awards® telecast internationally through 2020. </p> Fri, 29 June 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120629.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120628a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120628a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences approved rules for the 85th Academy Awards. The most significant changes affect the Music, Foreign Language Film, Makeup and Visual Effects categories. </p> Thu, 28 June 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120628a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120628.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120628.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present the U.S. premiere of a new digital restoration of Columbia Pictures' 1962 Best Picture winner "Lawrence of Arabia" on Thursday, July 19, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Thu, 28 June 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120628.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120626.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120626.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present the 1963 ensemble comedy "It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World" as the inaugural film in its series "The Last 70mm Film Festival" on Monday, July 9, at 7 p.m. at the Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Tue, 26 June 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120626.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120621.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120621.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and NASA will explore cutting-edge film techniques and virtual voyages using animation on Tuesday, July 10, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Thu, 21 June 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120621.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120619.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120619.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has named Jasmine Madatian to the newly created position of Managing Director, Communications, it was announced today by Christina Kounelias, Chief Marketing Officer. </p> Tue, 19 June 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120619.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120609.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120609.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Thirteen students from colleges and universities around the world were honored tonight (June 9) as winners at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 39th Annual Student Academy Awards. </p> Sat, 09 June 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120609.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120607.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120607.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has received a collection of more than 800 kung fu film posters and other related materials from producer, screenwriter and former motion picture executive Stephen Chin, announced Academy COO Ric Robertson.  </p> Thu, 07 June 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120607.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120606.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120606.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present a new digitally restored, full-length version of "The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp" (1943) on Wednesday, June 27, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills.  </p> Wed, 06 June 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120606.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120605.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120605.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Actors Laura Dern, Cuba Gooding Jr., Greg Kinnear and Mena Suvari have been tapped to present at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ 39th Annual Student Academy Awards on Saturday, June 9, at 6 p.m. at the Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater.  </p> Tue, 05 June 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120605.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120601.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120601.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will kick off its summer screening series, "The Last 70mm Film Festival," on Monday, July 9, with a big-screen presentation of "It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World" (1963).  </p> Fri, 01 June 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120601.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120531.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120531.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Actors Richard Gere and Louis Gossett, Jr. will be special guests at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ screening of "An Officer and a Gentleman," in celebration of Paramount Pictures’ 100th anniversary, on Tuesday, June 12, at 7 p.m. at the Academy Theater at Lighthouse International in New York City. Gere and Gossett will participate in an onstage post-screening discussion. </p> Thu, 31 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120531.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120530.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120530.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Award-winning architects Renzo Piano and Zoltan Pali will design the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Science announced today. </p> Wed, 30 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120530.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120522.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120522.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — "Client 9: The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer" and "Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work" will screen as the final installment of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 30th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, May 30, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood.  </p> Tue, 22 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120522.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120516.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120516.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting competition has received a record 7,197 entries for 2012, up from last year’s record of 6,730.  </p> Wed, 16 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120516.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/2012051a5.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120515a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will screen Stanley Kubrick’s "Barry Lyndon" as part of its "Member Selects" series, on Monday, May 21, at 7 p.m. at the Academy Theater at Lighthouse International in New York City.  </p> Tue, 15 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120515a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120515.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120515.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Ten students from nine U.S. colleges and universities have been selected as winners in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 39th Annual Student Academy Awards competition.  </p> Tue, 15 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120515.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120511.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120511.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Three student films, selected from 51 entries representing 29 countries, have been selected as winners in the Foreign Film category in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ 39th Annual Student Academy Awards competition.  </p> Fri, 11 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120511.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120509.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120509.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — "Genius Within: The Inner Life of Glenn Gould" and "William Kunstler: Disturbing the Universe" will screen as the next installment in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 30th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, May 16, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood.  </p> Wed, 09 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120509.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120507a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120507a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has undertaken a unique expansion in film preservation. As the rise of digital technology drastically reduces the availability of film stock, the project accelerates the work of the Academy Film Archive to acquire and create new archival film masters and prints from at-risk elements.  </p> Mon, 07 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120507a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120507.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120507.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences President Tom Sherak today unveiled the Academy’s new screening venue and announced its summer series, "Oscars Outdoors," which will kick off on Friday, June 15 and run through Saturday, August 18.  </p> Mon, 07 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120507.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120503.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120503.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will celebrate canine stardom with "Hollywood Dogs: From Rin Tin Tin to Uggie" on Wednesday, June 6, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills.  </p> Thu, 03 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120503.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120502a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120502a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Thirty-five students from 20 U.S. colleges and universities have been selected as finalists in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ 39th Annual Student Academy Awards competition.  </p> Wed, 02 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120502a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120502.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120502.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Computer-generated motion picture animation from "Vertigo" to "Toy Story" to the 3D spectacles of today will be explored during "The Development of the Digital Animator," the latest installment of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Marc Davis Celebration of Animation, on Monday, May 21, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills.  </p> Wed, 02 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120502.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120501a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120501a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present a two-night celebration of the life and career of legendary dancer, director and choreographer Gene Kelly on the 100th anniversary of his birth.  </p> Tue, 01 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120501a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120501.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120501.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and CIM Group announced today that the Academy Awards® will remain in Hollywood under a new 20-year deal. </p> Tue, 01 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120501.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120423.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120412.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Five finalists, selected from 51 entries representing 29 countries, will advance in the Foreign Film category in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 39th Annual Student Academy Awards competition. </p> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120423.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120420.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120420.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Oscar®-nominated films "The Warriors of Qiugang" and "Gasland" will screen as the next installment in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 30th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, May 2, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Fri, 20 Apr 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120420.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120412.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120412.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Fifty-one entries from 29 countries, along with 518 entries from students representing 105 U.S. colleges and universities, are in competition for the 2012 Student Academy Awards. </p> Thu, 12 Apr 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120412.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120411.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120411.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has promoted Randy Haberkamp to the newly created position of Managing Director, Programming, Education and Preservation, Academy COO Ric Robertson announced today. Haberkamp will report directly to Robertson. </p> Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120411.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120409.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120409.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The documentary short subjects "Living for 32" and "One Thousand Pictures: RFK’s Last Journey," and the documentary feature "This Way of Life" will screen as the next installment in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ 30th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, April 18, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. Admission to all screenings in the series is free. </p> Mon, 9 Apr 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120409.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120404.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120404.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, as part of its "Monday Nights with Oscar®," series will celebrate the 65th anniversary of "Gentleman’s Agreement" with a screening on Monday, April 23, at 7 p.m. at the Academy Theater at Lighthouse International in New York City. </p> Wed, 4 Apr 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120404.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120402.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120402.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will showcase a new digital restoration of "To Kill a Mockingbird" in celebration of the film’s 50th anniversary on Wednesday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120402.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120329.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120329.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has acquired more than 70,000 photographs from the Bison Archives, the private collection of renowned film historian Marc Wanamaker, Academy COO Ric Robertson announced today. </p> Thu, 29 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120329.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120328.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120328.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has promoted Scott Miller and Kimberly Roush to senior management positions, COO Ric Robertson announced today. </p> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120328.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120326-1.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120326-1.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present an in-depth look at the evolution of motion picture projection, exploring the advances from early cinema through today's digital technology in "Inside the Booth: A Journey through Projection," a three part series beginning on Thursday, March 29 and concluding on Friday May 4, at the Academy's Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood.  </p> Mon, 26 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120326-1.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120326.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120326.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar®-nominated documentary short subjects "Poster Girl" and "Killing in the Name" and the documentary feature "Quest for Honor" will screen as the next installment in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ 30th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, April 4, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood.  </p> Mon, 26 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120326.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120321.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120321.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Heather Cochran and Bill Kramer have been named to two newly created senior positions as part of the continuing progress of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, it was announced today by Dawn Hudson, CEO of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.  </p> Wed, 21 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120321.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120319.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120319.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present a recently restored 35mm print of “Breathless” (“À bout de souffle”) on Friday, March 23, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120319.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120316a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120316a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The history of documentary filmmaking in Cambridge, Mass., and the growth of "orphan" films will be the topics explored by Scott MacDonald and Dan Streible, respectively, who have been named Academy Film Scholars by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. </p> Fri, 16 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120316a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120316.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120316.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The deadlines to submit entries for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences® 2012 Student Academy Awards competition are Friday, March 23, 2012 (Foreign Student Film category) and Monday, April 2, 2012 (all other categories). </p> Fri, 16 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120316.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120314a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120314a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will kick off Part Two of its 30th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" screening series with the 2010 Oscar®-nominated feature "Exit through the Gift Shop" and "Catfish" on Wednesday, March 21, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Wed, 14 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120314a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120314.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120314.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The 85th Academy Awards nominations will be announced on Tuesday, January 15, 2013, and the Oscar® telecast will be presented on Sunday, February 24th. </p> Wed, 14 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120314.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120313a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120313a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The deadlines to submit entries for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 27th annual Don and Gee Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting competition are: Thursday, March 15, 2012 (early bird); and Tuesday, May 1, 2012 (regular). </p> Tue, 13 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120313a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120313.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120313.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy Film Scholar Peter Decherney, author of Hollywood’s Copyright Wars: From Edison to the Internet, will present highlights from his upcoming book on Monday, March 19, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood.  </p> Tue, 13 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120313.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120306.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120306.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The life and career of playwright, composer, director and actor Noël Coward will be celebrated by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences as part of its "Monday Nights with Oscar®" series on Monday, March 12, at 7 p.m. at the Academy Theater at Lighthouse International in New York City. The screening of "Cavalcade," hosted by curator Brad Rosenstein, will also debut a display of images and posters from Coward’s films in the theater lobby. </p> Tue, 06 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120306.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120301.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120301.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Science and Technology Council will present "40 Years of Sound for Film" on Tuesday, March 6, at 8 p.m. at the Academy's Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. Oscar®-winning sound mixers Chris Newman and Tom Fleischman will explore the intricacies of building a motion picture soundtrack using clips from such films as "Hugo," "The Silence of the Lambs" and "The French Connection." </p> Thu, 01 Mar 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120301.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120228.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120228.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — A new compilation of music centered around Academy Award®-winning composer Hans Zimmer's theme for this year's Oscar® telecast is now available on the iTunes Store. Titled "The 84th Academy Awards – Celebrate the Music," the collection includes the show's musical theme plus six unique, inventive interpretations of the theme by other artists, and the "In Memoriam" choral rendition of "What a Wonderful World." </p> Tue, 28 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120228.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120224.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120224.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy Award® nominees and presenters arriving on the red carpet on Oscar® Sunday, February 26, will be greeted by Dave Karger, senior writer for Entertainment Weekly. Red carpet arrivals are expected to begin at approximately 3 p.m. PT. </p> Fri, 24 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120224.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120223a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120223a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The four Oscar®-winning actors from the 83rd Academy Awards – Christian Bale, Colin Firth, Melissa Leo and Natalie Portman – will present at the 84th Academy Awards, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today.</p> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120223a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120223.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120223.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Tony Bennett will perform at the Governors Ball, the celebration that will follow the 84th Academy Awards® presentation on Oscar Sunday, February 26, Academy President Tom Sherak announced today. </p> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120223.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120222a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120222a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has acquired a pair of the iconic ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz" for the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. Actor Leonardo DiCaprio led a group of "angel donors" whose gifts to the Academy Foundation enabled the purchase. In addition to the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation, a component fund of CCF Environmental and Humanitarian Causes, donations came from producer-director Steven Spielberg and Terry Semel, co-chair of LACMA and the former chairman and CEO of Warner Bros. and Yahoo!, along with other donors. </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120222a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120222.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120222.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Two-time Academy Award®-winning actress Meryl Streep will present at the 84th Academy Awards ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today.</p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120222.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120221.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120221.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis will present at the 84th Academy Awards ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today. Ferrell and Galifianakis recently wrapped shooting for "The Campaign."</p> Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120221.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120220a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120220a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar® fans in New York City will be the first to see the actual Oscars that will be presented to the Best Actor and Best Actress winners at the 84th Academy Awards® on Oscar Sunday, February 26. The statuettes will be part of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' "Meet the Oscars, Grand Central" exhibition at Vanderbilt Hall in Grand Central Terminal. The exhibition will open on Wednesday, February 22 at 10 a.m., with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by 2010 Academy Award®-winning actress Melissa Leo ("The Fighter"). Public viewing hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, February 22, and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, February 23, through Sunday, February 26. Admission is free. </p> Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120220a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120220.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120220.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Two-time Academy Award® winner Michael Douglas will present at the 84th Academy Awards ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today.</p> Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120220.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120217a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120217a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Tina Fey will present at the 84th Academy Awards ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today.</p> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120217a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120217b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120217b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Hollywood icons Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy will present at the 84th Academy Awards®, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today. This is the Muppets fifth appearance at the Academy Awards.</p> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120217b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120217.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120217.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar® telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer have invited Cirque du Soleil to present a wholly unique and exclusive performance for the 84th Academy Awards, it was announced today. The one-time-only event will feature the largest Cirque cast ever assembled for a single act.</p> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120217.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120216c.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120216c.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — For the 18th consecutive year, master chef Wolfgang Puck has been selected by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to create the menu for the Governors Ball, the celebration immediately following the 84th Academy Awards® presentation on Oscar® Sunday, February 26, 2012.</p> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120216c.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120216b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120216b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Special events producer Cheryl Cecchetto, for the 23rd consecutive year, has been chosen to produce the Governors Ball, the celebration that will follow the 84th Academy Awards® presentation on Oscar® Sunday, February 26, 2012. </p> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120216b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120216a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120216a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Jeffrey Kurland, an Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences governor representing the Art Directors Branch, will chair the Governors Ball, the celebration that will follow the 84th Academy Awards® on Oscar® Sunday, February 26, 2012. This will be his third year as the chair of the event.</p> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120216a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120216.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120216.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Ben Stiller will present at the 84th Academy Awards ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today.</p> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120216.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120215a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120215a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and humanitarian aid organization FilmAid International will host an Oscar® Night event at the '21' Club in New York City in celebration of the 84th Academy Awards® on Oscar Sunday, February 26.</p> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120215a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120215.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120215.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Former Oscar host and Grammy-winning comedian, Chris Rock will present at the 84th Academy Awards ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today.</p> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120215.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120214a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120214a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — To ensure public safety, support security strategies and facilitate the production of the 84th Academy Awards®, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the City of Los Angeles have finalized street closure plans around the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center® in Hollywood.</p> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120214a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120214.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120214.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Bradley Cooper will present at the 84th Academy Awards ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today.</p> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120214.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120213a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120213a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is now accepting entries for the 2012 Don and Gee Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting competition. As many as five $35,000 fellowships will be awarded through the program in November.</p> Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120213a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120213.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120213.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Robin Roberts, Tim Gunn, Louise Roe, Jess Cagle and Nina Garcia will host "Oscars Red Carpet Live" for the 84th Academy Awards®, pre-show executive producers Charlie Haykel and Juliane Hare announced today. In the hour immediately preceding the ceremony, "Oscars Red Carpet Live" will be the only broadcast from the red carpet.</p> Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120213.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120210a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120210a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Emma Stone will present at the 84th Academy Awards® ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today. It will be her first time presenting on the show.</p> Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120210a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120210.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120210.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — On Sunday, February 26, charities in 49 cities will host official Oscar® viewing parties during the 84th Academy Awards® ceremony as part of Oscar Night America (ONA), the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' grassroots outreach program.</p> Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120210.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120209b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120209b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and OnTheRedCarpet.com today announced that the winners of the On The Red Carpet (OTRC) College Journalist Contest is a team of students from Hofstra University – Jackie De Tore (reporter), Beth Laschever (camera) and Melanie Rubin (producer). The Hofstra team was selected from more than 200 entries from around the country.</p> Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120209b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120209a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120209a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy Award® winner Penélope Cruz will present at the 84th Academy Awards® ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today.</p> Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120209a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120209.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120209.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present "Out of Character," a new exhibition featuring portraits of this year's acting nominees by photographer Douglas Kirkland. The exclusive new photos of 2011's Oscar-nominated performers will be on display starting Saturday, February 11, in the Academy's Grand Lobby Gallery in Beverly Hills.</p> Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120209.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120208.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120208.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy Award®-winning actress Angelina Jolie will present at the 84th Academy Awards ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today. </p> Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120208.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120206.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120206.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Actress Milla Jovovich will host the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Scientific and Technical Awards on Saturday, February 11, at the Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills. Jovovich will present 10 awards to 30 individual recipients during the evening.</p> Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120206.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120203a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120203a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Eighteen of the 20 nominees in the acting categories will be among more than 150 Oscar nominees who will gather at noon on Monday, February 6, at the Beverly Hilton when the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences honors this year's Oscar contenders at its annual Nominees Luncheon. Additional confirmations are expected to come in over the weekend.</p> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120203a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120203.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120203.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Cameron Diaz will present at the 84th Academy Awards ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today.</p> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120203.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120202.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120202.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy Award®-winning actress Halle Berry will present at the 84th Academy Awards ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today.</p> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120202.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120201a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120201a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Final ballots for the 84th Academy Awards® were mailed today (February 1) to the 5,783 voting members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.</p> Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120201a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120201.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120201.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Three-time Academy Award®-nominated actor Tom Cruise will present at the 84th Academy Awards® ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today.</p> Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120201.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120131a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120131a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — During the week leading up to the 84th Academy Awards® ceremony, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present five public events celebrating this year's nominees.</p> Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120131a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120131.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120131.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Two-time Academy Award®-winning actor Tom Hanks will present at the 84th Academy Awards ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today.</p> Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120131.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120130.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120130.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Jennifer Lopez will present at the 84th Academy Awards ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today. Lopez, who serves as a judge on "American Idol," will be seen next in the feature "What to Expect When You're Expecting" and recently completed work on "Parker" and "Ice Age: Continental Drift." Her other film credits include "The Back-Up Plan," "El Cantante," "Monster-in-Law," "Maid in Manhattan," "Enough," "The Wedding Planner," "Out of Sight" and "Selena." </p> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120130.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120127.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120127.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Producer credits for 84th Academy Awards® Best Picture nominee "The Tree of Life" have been determined by the Producers Branch Executive Committee of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The official nominees for the film are Sarah Green, Bill Pohlad, Dede Gardner and Grant Hill. </p> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120127.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120126.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120126.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Six actresses – Rose Byrne, Ellie Kemper, Melissa McCarthy, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Maya Rudolph and Kristen Wiig – from the hit comedy “Bridesmaids” will be presenters at the 84th Academy Awards, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today. McCarthy received her first Oscar® nomination this year for her supporting role in the film, and Wiig also became a first-time nominee for the film’s original screenplay. All six will be making their first Oscar show appearances.</p> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120126.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120125a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120125a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has entered into an agreement with Everyone Counts Inc. to exclusively develop an electronic voting system for the 85th Academy Awards®, to be held in 2013.</p> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120125a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120125.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120125.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — This year's official Oscars App is now live on the App Store for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, providing fans unparalleled access to the 84th Academy Awards®.</p> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120125.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120124.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120124.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Nominations for the 84th Academy Awards were announced today (Tuesday, January 24) by Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences President Tom Sherak and 2010 Oscar® nominee Jennifer Lawrence.</p> Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120124.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120123a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120123a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and OnTheRedCarpet.com today announced the On The Red Carpet (OTRC) College Journalist Contest, inviting college students from around the country to compete for a chance to report live from the red carpet at the 84th Academy Awards®.</p> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120123a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120123.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120123.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — In anticipation of the 84th Academy Awards®, the Academy of Motion Picture Sciences has launched "Celebrate the Movies," a digital exhibition spotlighting iconic moments from 84 films.</p> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120123.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120118.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120118.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Nine films will advance to the next round of voting in the Foreign Language Film category for the 84th Academy Awards®. </p> Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120118.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120117.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120117.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar.com, the official online home of the 84th Academy Awards, is launching its award-winning Oscar Digital Experience today with a first look at Billy Crystal's return to Oscar's stage. One of America's most beloved funny men, Billy starts the official countdown to the show talking about what the Oscars mean to him and setting the stage for weeks of extensive coverage on Oscar.com.</p> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120117.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120112b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120112b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The 5,783 voting members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences must return their completed Oscar nominations ballots to PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, January 13. </p> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120112b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120112a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120112a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Visual effects technologist Jonathan Erland has been voted the John A. Bonner Medal of Commendation by the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. </p> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120112a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120112.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120112.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences approved documentary and short films rules for the 85th Academy Awards at its most recent meeting (December 6). </p> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120112.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120111.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120111.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has voted the Gordon E. Sawyer Award to Douglas Trumbull. </p> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120111.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120109a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120109a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that seven films remain in competition in the Makeup category for the 84th Academy Awards®.</p> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120109a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120109.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120109.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Nominations for the 84th Academy Awards® will be announced on Tuesday, January 24, by Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences President Tom Sherak and Academy member and Oscar-nominated actress Jennifer Lawrence.</p> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120109.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120105b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120105b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has produced its trailer for the 84th Academy Awards in conjunction with Funny Or Die. The trailer features host Billy Crystal and celebrity cameo appearances by Robin Williams, Josh Duhamel, Megan Fox, William Fichtner and Vinnie Jones.</p> Thu, 05 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120105b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120105a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120105a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar Night America (ONA), the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences" grassroots program that enables local charities to host Oscar® viewing parties and raise money for their organizations, kicks off its 19th year in 2012.</p> Thu, 05 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120105a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120105.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120105.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that eight scientific and technical achievements represented by 28 individual award recipients will be honored at its annual Scientific and Technical Awards Presentation at the Beverly Wilshire on Saturday, February 11, 2012.</p> Thu, 05 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120105.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120104.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120104.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that 10 films remain in the running in the Visual Effects category for the 84th Academy Awards®.</p> Wed, 04 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2012/20120104.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111228.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111228.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has unveiled the poster for the 84th Academy Awards®. The art features the iconic Oscar statuette alongside memorable images from eight films spanning eight decades: "Gone with the Wind" (1939), "Casablanca" (1943), "Giant" (1956), "The Sound of Music" (1965), "The Godfather" (1972), "Driving Miss Daisy" (1989), "Forrest Gump" (1994) and "Gladiator" (2000). All the films featured on the poster won the Academy Award® for Best Picture, except "Giant," for which George Stevens won the Oscar for Directing.</p> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111228.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111227.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111227.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Nomination ballots for the 84th Academy Awards® were mailed today to the 5,783 voting members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.</p> Tue, 27 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111227.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111222.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111222.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Ninety-seven scores from eligible feature-length motion pictures are in contention for nominations in the Original Score category for the 84th Academy Awards®, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today.</p> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111222.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111219a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111219a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Two hundred sixty-five feature films are eligible for the 2011 Academy Awards®, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today.</p> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111219a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111219.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111219.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Thirty-nine songs from eligible feature-length motion pictures are in contention for nominations in the Original Song category for the 84th Academy Awards, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today.</p> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111219.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111214a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111214a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Denny Clairmont, John Hora, Bob Lambert and Milt Shefter have accepted invitations to join the Science and Technology Council of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, bringing the Council's 2011–2012 membership roster to 24. </p> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111214a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111214.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111214.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that 10 live action short films will advance in the voting process for the 84th Academy Awards. One hundred seven pictures had originally qualified in the category.</p> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111214.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111209.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111209.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that 15 films have been selected for consideration for Achievement in Visual Effects for the 84th Academy Awards.</p> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111209.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111208.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111208.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer and Grammy Award-winning songwriter and producer Pharrell Williams will serve as music consultants for the 84th Academy Awards, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today. This will be the first time the composers have worked on the Oscar show.</p> Thu, 08 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111208.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111207.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111207.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy President Tom Sherak announced today that Walt Disney Co. President and CEO Bob Iger will serve as chairman of the capital campaign for the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. Actress Annette Bening and actor-producer Tom Hanks will join as co-chairs. "With Bob, Annette, and Tom's leadership, our dream of finally opening a world-class film museum in Los Angeles will become a reality," Sherak said.</p> Wed, 07 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111207.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111205.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111205.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will examine the technology behind "It's a Wonderful Life" at Los Angeles and New York City screenings on Friday, December 9, and Monday, December 12, respectively. Hosted by Oscar-winning visual effects supervisor Craig Barron and Oscar-winning sound designer Ben Burtt, the programs will explore studio production methods of the era, the use of matte paintings in key scenes, and the origins of the film's sound effects. Both programs will begin at 7 p.m.</p> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111205.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111202.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111202.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will screen the first Best Picture winner, "Wings," starring Clara Bow, Charles "Buddy" Rogers, Richard Arlen and Gary Cooper, as part of a celebration of Paramount Pictures' 100th anniversary, on Wednesday, January 18, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills.</p> Fri, 02 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111202.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111201a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111201a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that 10 animated short films will advance in the voting process for the 84th Academy Awards. Forty-four pictures had originally qualified in the category.</p> Thu, 01 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111201a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111201.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111201.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is now accepting entries for its 2012 Student Academy Awards competition. </p> Thu, 01 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111201.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111130a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111130a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Thursday, December 1, is the deadline to submit official screen credits (OSC) and music submission forms to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for 84th Academy Awards consideration.</p> Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111130a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111130.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111130.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The IMAX feature "Hubble 3D" will screen as the final installment in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 30th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, December 7, at 7 p.m. at the California Science Center IMAX Theater in Exposition Park. Admission to the screening is free; parking at the Science Center is $10 (cash only).</p> Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111130.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111122.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111122.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — "The Lottery" and "Waiting for 'Superman'" will screen as the next installment in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 30th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, November 30, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. Admission to all screenings in the series is free.</p> Tue, 22 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111122.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111118a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111118a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that 15 films in the Documentary Feature category will advance in the voting process for the 84th Academy Awards. One hundred twenty-four pictures had originally qualified in the category.</p> Fri, 18 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111118a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111118.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111118.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy Foundation of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has awarded $455,000 to 25 U.S. film festivals for the 2012 calendar year.</p> Fri, 18 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111118.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111117.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111117.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy Award-winning production designer John Myhre will design the 84th Academy Awards, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today. This will be the first time Myhre has served as production designer for the Oscars.</p> Thu, 17 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111117.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111110.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111110.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer have announced that Billy Crystal will serve as host for the 84th Academy Awards. "I'm thrilled to welcome Billy back to the Oscar stage," said Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences president Tom Sherak. "He's a comic legend and Oscar icon, and it feels good to have him back where he belongs."</p> Thu, 10 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111110.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111109a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111109a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy President Tom Sherak announced today that Academy Award-winner Brian Grazer will join Don Mischer as a producer of the 84th Academy Awards. This will be the first time Grazer has produced the Oscar telecast.</p> Wed, 09 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111109a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111109.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111109.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences President Tom Sherak announced that Eddie Murphy has withdrawn as host of the 84th Academy Awards. "I appreciate how Eddie feels about losing his creative partner, Brett Ratner, and we all wish him well," said Sherak.</p> Wed, 09 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111109.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111108a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111108a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — This morning, Brett Ratner submitted his resignation as a producer of the 84th annual Academy Awards to Academy President Tom Sherak. Ratner then issued an open letter to the entertainment industry in which he explained his decision.</p> Tue, 08 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111108a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111108.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111108.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) will present "Saul Bass: A Life in Film & Design," celebrating one of the 20th century's most acclaimed designers, on Monday, November 14, at 7 p.m. at MoMA in New York City. The evening's special guests will include design historian Pat Kirkham; designer and writer Chip Kidd; and graphic designer Kyle Cooper, who has created title sequences for "Seven" (1995), "X-Men: First Class" (2011), the "Spider-Man" trilogy and others. The event is part of To Save and Project: The Ninth MoMA International Festival of Film Preservation, and will also feature the premiere of the Academy Film Archive's new restoration of Bass's Oscar®-winning short "Why Man Creates" (1968). </p> Tue, 08 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111108.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111104a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111104a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Eighteen features have been submitted for consideration in the Animated Feature Film category for the 84th Academy Awards®.</p> Fri, 04 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111104a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111104.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111104.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will celebrate the career of Oscar®-winner Vanessa Redgrave with its first-ever European tribute to an actor, on Sunday, November 13, in London. The event, hosted by David Hare, will include special guests Meryl Streep, Ralph Fiennes, Joely Richardson, James Earl Jones and Eileen Atkins. Past Academy President Sid Ganis will introduce the evening. </p> Fri, 04 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111104.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111103.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111103.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — "Born Sweet" and "Enemies of the People" will screen as the next installment in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 30th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, November 9, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. Admission to all screenings in the series is free.</p> Thu, 03 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111103.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111102.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111102.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present a rare look at the films of French comedian Pierre Étaix in its latest installment of the Jack Oakie Celebration of Comedy in Film, on Wednesday, November 16, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. Hosted by film critic Leonard Maltin, "Pierre Étaix: The Laughter Returns" will feature Étaix in person followed by screenings of "Le Grand Amour" ("The Great Love," 1969) and the Oscar®-winning short "Heureux Anniversaire" (Happy Anniversary, 1962) from new restorations.</p> Wed, 02 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111102.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111101.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111101.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — "Gil was our colleague, our friend and a former governor of the Academy," said Academy President Tom Sherak. "He was a consummate professional who gave the Academy and the world some of the most memorable moments in Oscar® history. His passing is a tremendous loss to the entertainment industry, and our thoughts go out to his family."</p> Tue, 01 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111101.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111031b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111031b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — To qualify in the Animated Feature Film category for the 84th Academy Awards®, filmmakers must submit entry forms and supporting materials to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences by 5 p.m. PT on Tuesday, November 1. The deadline to submit accompanying film prints is Friday, November 11.</p> Mon, 31 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111031b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111031a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111031a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present its inaugural Governors Awards Film Series, featuring screenings of "The Exorcist," "The Color Purple," and "The Great White Hope," from Wednesday, November 9, to Friday, November 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater. The evenings celebrate the achievements of the 2011 Honorary Award recipients, actor James Earl Jones and motion picture makeup pioneer Dick Smith, and the 2011 Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award recipient, actress and philanthropist Oprah Winfrey.</p> Mon, 31 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111031a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111031.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111031.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Melissa Watkins Trueblood has been named talent producer for the 84th Academy Awards, telecast producers Brett Ratner and Don Mischer announced today. </p> Mon, 31 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111031.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111027.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111027.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present a new digitally restored "Definitive Director’s Cut" of "The Last Picture Show," in celebration of the film’s 40th anniversary, on Thursday, November 17, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111027.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111026a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111026a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar-winning writer David Seidler will deliver the keynote address at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ 26th annual Don and Gee Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting presentation on Thursday, November 3, at the Beverly Wilshire hotel. </p> Wed, 26 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111026a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111026.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111026.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The 2010 Oscar® nominee "Restrepo" and "The Tillman Story" will screen as the next installment in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ 30th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, November 2, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Wed, 26 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111026.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111021.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111021.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will celebrate the year 1911 and its developmental contributions to motion pictures with a program of selected films in "A Century Ago: The Films of 1911, Heroes and Heroines" on Monday, November 7, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy’s Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Fri, 21 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111021.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111019.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111019.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — In September 2011, the Iranian government arrested six independent filmmakers for allegedly working with the BBC, on charges including espionage and treason. </p> Wed, 19 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111019.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111018.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111018.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Seven writers have been selected as winners for the 26th annual Don and Gee Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting, presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Each writer (or writing team) will receive a $30,000 prize, the first installment of which will be distributed at a gala dinner in Beverly Hills on November 3.</p> Tue, 18 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111018.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111017.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111017.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Michael B. Seligman has been named supervising producer of the 84th Academy Awards® telecast, marking his 35th year of association with the show, telecast producers Brett Ratner and Don Mischer announced today. </p> Mon, 17 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111017.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111013a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111013a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that the field of Documentary Short Subject contenders for the 84th Academy Awards® has been narrowed to eight films, of which three to five will earn Oscar® nominations. </p> Thu, 13 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111013a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111013.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111013.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Sixty-three countries, including first-time entrant New Zealand, have submitted films for consideration in the Foreign Language Film category for the 84th Academy Awards® </p> Thu, 13 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111013.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111011.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111011.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar® -winning documentary short subject "Strangers No More" and the documentary feature "Precious Life" will screen as the next installment in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ 30th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, October 19, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Tue, 11 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111011.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111010a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111010a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Contemporary documentarians will explore the rapidly-changing landscape and increasing profile of documentary filmmaking in "The Rise of Nonfiction Movies," the latest installment of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' John Huston Lecture series, on Wednesday, October 26, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Mon, 10 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111010a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111010.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111010.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Applications for press credentials for the 84th Academy Awards (February 26, 2012), as well as the Nominations Announcement (January 24, 2012) and the Nominees Luncheon (February 6, 2012) are NOW AVAILABLE online. </p> Mon, 10 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111010.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111007.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111007.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will kick off a weekend of home movie-related events on Saturday, October 15, at noon. </p> Fri, 07 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111007.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111005.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111005.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Monday Nights with Oscar® screening series will celebrate the life and art of John Hubley. </p> Wed, 05 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111005.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111004.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111004.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) have taken a step toward realizing a museum dedicated to motion pictures and the creation of a new and unique cultural center for the city of Los Angeles. </p> Tue, 04 Oct 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20111004.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110929a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110929a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The lasting influence of Disney artist Mary Blair will be celebrated through an examination of her concept artwork for "Cinderella," "Alice in Wonderland" and "Peter Pan" in the 1950s during "Mary Blair's World of Color: A Centennial Tribute." </p> Thu, 29 Sep 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110929a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110929.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110929.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Seven individual writers and three writing teams have been selected as finalists for the 26th annual Don and Gee Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting, presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. </p> Thu, 29 Sep 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110929.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110928.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110928.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The 2010 Oscar® nominees "Sun Come Up" and "Waste Land" will screen as the next installment in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 30th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, October 5, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Wed, 28 Sep 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110928.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110927a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110927a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will screen "Judgment at Nuremberg," in honor of the film's 50th anniversary, on Tuesday, October 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Tue, 27 Sep 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110927a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110927.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110927.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Monday, October 3, is the deadline to submit entries in the Live Action Short Film, Animated Short Film and Foreign Language Film categories to be considered for the 84th Academy Awards®. </p> Tue, 27 Sep 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110927.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110921.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110921.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today issued regulations for how movies and achievements eligible for the 84th Academy Awards may be marketed to Academy members. The most notable change affects screening events that include filmmaker participation.</p> Wed, 21 Sep 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110921.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110914.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110914.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Thursday, September 15, 5 p.m. is the deadline for filmmakers to submit documentary features to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for consideration for the 84th Academy Awards®. </p> Wed, 14 Sep 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110914.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110912.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110912.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences will present the American re-premiere of the first three reels of "The White Shadow," the 1924 movie thought to be the earliest surviving feature film work of Alfred Hitchcock, on Thursday, September 22, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110912.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110908.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110908.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Movie fans can soon vie for seats at the most glamorous spot on Hollywood Boulevard, Oscar's Red Carpet.</p> Thu, 08 Sep 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110908.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110907.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110907.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will kick off its 30th annual “Contemporary Documentaries” screening series with last year’s Oscar®-winning feature, “Inside Job,” and “Casino Jack and the United States of Money” on Wednesday, September 21, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. Admission to all screenings in the series is free.</p> Wed, 07 Sep 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110907.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110906.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110906.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar® nominee Eddie Murphy, whose performing career spans movies, television and the stage, will host this year's Academy Awards show on Sunday, February 26, 2012, telecast producers Brett Ratner and Don Mischer announced today. This will be Murphy's first hosting stint on the Oscars®</p> Tue, 06 Sep 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110906.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110831.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110831.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has awarded a $50,000 grant to underwrite the 2011 Telluride Film Festival's Guest Director program, this year featuring musician Caetano Veloso.  Veloso has over 100 film and television credits, but may be best known to moviegoers for his performance of "Cucurrucucú Paloma" ("Cucurrucucu Dove") in Pedro Almodóvar's Academy Award®-winning film, "Talk to Her."</p> Wed, 31 Aug 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110831.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110825.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110825.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Thursday, September 1, is the deadline for documentary filmmakers to submit short subject documentaries to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for consideration for the 84th Academy Awards®. </p> Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110825.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110823.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110823.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — More than 115 images shot on the sets of such films as "Raging Bull," "Munich," "You, Me & Dupree," "Rendition," "Salt" and "Superman Returns" will be on display in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' new exhibition, "Crew Call 2011: Celebrating the Crafts," opening Friday, September 9, in the Academy's Grand Lobby Gallery.</p> Tue, 23 Aug 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110823.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110822.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110822.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Monday Nights with Oscar® will present "Giant" on Monday, September 12, at 7 p.m. at the Academy Theater at Lighthouse International in New York City. The evening will also feature actress Carroll Baker and historian Foster Hirsch in an onstage discussion about the making of "Giant" and working with George Stevens.</p> Mon, 22 Aug 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110822.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110819.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110819.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Scientific and Technical Awards Committee of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today that nine scientific and technical achievements have been selected for further awards consideration. </p> Fri, 19 Aug 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110819.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110817.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110817.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences will celebrate the life and career of Malcolm McDowell with an onstage discussion and a 40th anniversary screening of a new digital restoration of "A Clockwork Orange" on Friday, September 16, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. The pre-screening discussion with McDowell will be led by Los Angeles Times writer Geoff Boucher.</p> Wed, 17 Aug 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110817.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110810.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110810.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present "A Trip to the Moon" (1902) on Tuesday, September 6, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. This historic touchstone film by Georges Méliès will be screened in its original hand-colored version direct from its re-premiere at the Cannes Film Festival this May.</p> Wed, 10 Aug 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110810.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110805.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110805.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Science and Technology Council of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has selected five students to participate in a summer internship program designed to provide real-world experience to students interested in careers in motion picture computer graphics, archiving, sound, research and technology.</p> Fri, 05 Aug 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110805.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110804.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110804.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Brett Ratner and Don Mischer will produce the 84th Academy Awards telecast, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences President Tom Sherak announced today. This will be Ratner's first involvement with the Oscar show; Mischer will for the second year in a row serve as a producer and as the telecast director.</p> Thu, 04 Aug 2011 24:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110804.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110802b.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110802b.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences voted tonight to present Honorary Awards to actor James Earl Jones and makeup artist Dick Smith and the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award to philanthropist Oprah Winfrey. All three awards will be presented at the Academy's 3rd Annual Governors Awards dinner on Saturday, November 12, at the Grand Ballroom at Hollywood & Highland Center®.</p> Tue, 02 Aug 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110802b.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110802a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110802a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Tom Sherak was re-elected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences tonight (August 2) by the organization's Board of Governors. This will be his third consecutive one-year term in the office.</p> Tue, 02 Aug 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110802a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110802.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110802.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The 1928 Photoplay Magazine Medal of Honor winner "Four Sons" will be the final film screened at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' "Summer of Silents" series on Monday, August 8, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater. A 35mm print with the original Movietone score and sound effects will be screened courtesy of 20th Century Fox. The print was preserved by the Academy Film Archive.</p> Tue, 02 Aug 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110802.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110729.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110729.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Christina Kounelias has been named to the newly created post of Chief Marketing Officer for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, it was announced today by Academy CEO Dawn Hudson. Kounelias will assume her new role on August 1 and will report directly to Hudson. </p> Fri, 29 Jul 2011 19:30:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110729.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110727.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110727.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will screen a new print of "Thelma & Louise" in celebration of the film's 20th anniversary on Thursday, August 25, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Wed, 27 Jul 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110727.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110726a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110726a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Monday Nights with Oscar® will showcase a new digital restoration of "Breakfast at Tiffany's," in celebration of the film's 50th anniversary, on Monday, August 8, at 7 p.m. at the Academy Theater at Lighthouse International in New York City. </p> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110726a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110726.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110726.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The 1927 Photoplay Magazine Medal of Honor winner "7th Heaven" will be the next film screened in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ "Summer of Silents" series on Monday, August 1, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater. </p> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110726.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110719.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110719.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The 1926 Photoplay Magazine Medal of Honor winner "Beau Geste" will be the next film screened in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ "Summer of Silents" series on Monday, July 25, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater.  </p> Tue, 19 Jul 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110719.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110712a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110712a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Monday Nights with Oscar® series will celebrate summer’s proliferation of cultural festivals around the world with a screening of the 1967 Academy Award®-nominated documentary "Festival," on Monday, July 18, at 7 p.m. at the Academy Theater at Lighthouse International in New York City.  </p> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110712a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110712.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110712.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The 1925 Photoplay Magazine Medal of Honor winner "The Big Parade," will be screened on Monday, July 18, as the next feature in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ "Summer of Silents" series. </p> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110712.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110711a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110711a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences& Margaret Herrick Library is partnering with the Austin-based Alamo Drafthouse theater chain to archive the company&s growing collection of original film posters designed by contemporary graphic artists. </p> Mon, 11 Jul 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110711a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110711.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110711.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will explore the technology behind "Forbidden Planet" (1956) with a discussion and screening highlighting the production methods used to create the sci-fi classic on Saturday, July 16, at 7 p.m. at the Academy&s Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Mon, 11 Jul 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110711.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110708.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110708.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Eight members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will be traveling to Kenya and Rwanda for an educational and cultural exchange with African filmmakers, students and the local creative communities. </p> Fri, 8 Jul 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110708.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110705.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110705.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The 1923 Photoplay Magazine Medal of Honor winner "The Covered Wagon" will be the next film screened in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences& "Summer of Silents" series on Monday, July 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater.  </p> Tue, 5 Jul 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110705.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110629.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110629.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will showcase a new digital restoration of "Breakfast at Tiffany&s," in celebration of the film&s 50th anniversary, on Friday, July 29, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Wed, 29 Jun 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110629.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110627.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110627.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Margaret Herrick Library today launched its latest online research tool, the Production Art Database. </p> Tue, 28 Jun 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110627.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110624.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110624.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Cinematographer Richard P. Crudo, producer Gale Anne Hurd, composer David Newman and film editor Michael Tronick make up this year&s first-time electees to Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences& Board of Governors. </p> Fri, 24 Jun 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110624.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110621.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110621.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The 1922 Photoplay Magazine Medal of Honor winner "Douglas Fairbanks in Robin Hood," will be the next film screened at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences& "Summer of Silents" series on Monday, June 27, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater. </p> Tue, 21 Jun 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110621.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110620.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110620.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Writer-director Phil Robinson will produce the 3rd Annual Governors Awards for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Academy President Tom Sherak announced today. </p> Mon, 20 Jun 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110620.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110617.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110617.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is extending invitations to join the organization to 178 artists and executives who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to theatrical motion pictures. </p> Fri, 17 Jun 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110617.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110614a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110614a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences voted on Tuesday (6/14) to add a new twist to the 2011 Best Picture competition, and a new element of surprise to its annual nominations announcement.</p> Tue, 15 Jun 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110614a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110614.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110614.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The 1921 Photoplay Magazine Medal of Honor winner "Tol'able David" (1921), Richard Barthelmess's breakout hit, will be the next film screened at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' "Summer of Silents" series on Monday, June 20, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater.</p> Tue, 14 Jun 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110614.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110613a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110613a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present "A Celebration of Cuban Film" on Wednesday, June 22, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills.  </p> Mon, 13 Jun 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110613a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110613.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110613.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting competition has received a record 6,730 entries for 2011, including a first-time entry from Ecuador.  </p> Mon, 13 Jun 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110613.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110610a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110610a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar-winning producer Edward Zwick has been tapped to present at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 38th Annual Student Academy Awards ceremony on Saturday, June 11, at 6 p.m., at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater.  </p> Fri, 10 Jun 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110610a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110610.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110610.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present John Ford's "Upstream" (1927), one of 75 "lost" American films recently discovered in the New Zealand Film Archive, on Monday, June 20, at 7 p.m. at the Academy Theater at Lighthouse International in New York City.   </p> Fri, 10 Jun 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110610.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110609.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110609.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Jennifer Garner and Oscar-nominated animator John Musker have been tapped to present at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 38th Annual Student Academy Awards ceremony on Saturday, June 11, at 6 p.m., at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater.</p> Thu, 09 Jun 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110609.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110607.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110607.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Photoplay Magazine Medal of Honor winner "Humoresque" (1920) will kick off a summer-long screening series of silent films at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Monday, June 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater.</p> Tue, 07 Jun 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110607.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110531.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110531.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present a 30th anniversary digital screening of "Raiders of the Lost Ark," with a special onstage discussion featuring key members of the film's crew, on Friday, June 17, at 7:30 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills.</p> Mon, 31 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110531.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110525.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110525.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will celebrate the career of Oscar®-winning writer and director Robert Benton on Thursday, June 2, at 7 p.m. at the Academy Theater at Lighthouse International in New York City.  </p> Wed, 25 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110525.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110524.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110524.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy Foundation of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has awarded 68 grants totaling more than $500,000 to nonprofit organizations and institutions of higher learning throughout the United States as part of its annual Institutional and Internship Grants programs. </p> Tue, 24 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110524.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110523A.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110523A.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — "Facing Ali" and "Tyson" will screen as the final installment of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 29th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, June 1, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. Admission is free. </p> Mon, 23 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110523A.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110523.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110523.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will kick off its summer screening series, "Summer of Silents: Photoplay Award Winners of the Silent Era," on Monday, June 13, with a big-screen presentation of "Humoresque" (1920) with live musical accompaniment. </p> Mon, 23 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110523.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110519.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110519.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will explore "Cinematography in the Digital Age" on Tuesday, May 24, at 8 p.m. at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Thu, 19 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110519.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110518.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110518.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — 12 students from nine U.S. colleges and universities and three students from outside the U.S. have been selected as winners in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 38th Annual Student Academy Awards competition. </p> Wed, 18 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110518.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110516.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110516.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — "Woman Rebel" and "Burma VJ" will screen as the next installment in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 29th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, May 25, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Mon, 16 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110516.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110511a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110511a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The hallmarks of great production design will be debated by production designers and set decorators in detail during the final installment of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' series "Evolution or Revolution? Production Design in the 21st Century," on Monday, May 16, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Academy's Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Wed, 11 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110511a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110511.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110511.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — "¡Sí Cuba! SoCal," a multi-venue Southern California festival celebrating the culture of the island nation through art, dance, film, music and discussion, will kick off on Friday, May 13, and continue through Sunday, October 2, 2011. </p> Wed, 11 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110511.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110509a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110509a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Oscar®-winning director Martin Scorsese will inaugurate the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences& "Member Selects" evening with a screening of "The Bicycle Thief" (1948) on Monday, May 16, at 7 p.m. at the Academy Theater at Lighthouse International in New York City. </p> Mon, 09 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110509a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110509.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110509.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — "Lt. Watada" and "Sergio" will screen as the next installment in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 29th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, May 18, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. Admission to all screenings in the series is free. </p> Mon, 09 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110509.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110504a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110504a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The collaborative work process between production designers and set decorators will be explored in detail during the third installment of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' series "Evolution or Revolution? Production Design in the 21st Century," on Monday, May 9, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Academy's Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Wed, 04 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110504a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110504.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110504.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will premiere a restored print of "The Garden of the Finzi-Continis" in celebration of the film's 40th anniversary on Thursday, May 19, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Wed, 04 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110504.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110503.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110503.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — One hundred twenty-five hand-silkscreened posters for Cuban-produced and international films, including "A Clockwork Orange," "The Shining," "The Bicycle Thief," "Z," "Strawberry and Chocolate" and "Fallen Gods," will be on display in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' new exhibition "Cuban Film Posters: From Havana to the World," beginning Friday, May 13, in the Academy's Grand Lobby Gallery. </p> Tue, 03 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110503.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110502a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110502a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — "Soundtrack for a Revolution" and "Every Little Step" will screen as the next installment in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 29th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, May 11, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood.  </p> Mon, 02 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110502a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110502.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110502.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — 33 students from 22 U.S. colleges and universities have been selected as finalists in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 38th Annual Student Academy Awards competition. </p> Mon, 02 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110502.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110426a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110426a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The most memorable film images as seen through the eyes of production designers and set decorators will be explored in detail during the second installment of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' series "Evolution or Revolution? Production Design in the 21st Century," on Monday, May 2, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Academy's Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Tue, 26 Apr 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110426a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110426.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110426.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The 84th Academy Awards will be presented on Sunday, February 26, 2012, Academy President Tom Sherak announced today. </p> Tue, 26 Apr 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110426.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110425a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110425a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Five finalists, selected from 52 entries from 32 countries, will advance in the Foreign Student Film category in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 38th Annual Student Academy Awards competition. </p> Mon, 25 Apr 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110425a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110425.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110425.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The deadline to submit entries for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 26th annual Don and Gee Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting competition is Monday, May 2, 2011. </p> Mon, 25 Apr 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110425.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110419.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110419.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The differences between production design for animation and live action will be explored in detail during the first installment of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' series "Evolution or Revolution? Production Design in the 21st Century," on Monday, April 25, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Academy's Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood.</p> Tue, 19 Apr 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110419.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110418a.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110418a.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — "The Fence" and "Which Way Home" will screen as the next installment in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 29th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, April 27, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Mon, 18 Apr 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110418a.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110418.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110418.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — 52 entries from 32 countries, along with 523 entries from students representing 136 U.S. colleges and universities, are in competition for the 2011 Student Academy Awards. </p> Mon, 18 Apr 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110418.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110414.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110414.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — Whether it is the clamorous car chase from "The French Connection" or the claustrophobic, terrifying final scenes from "The Silence of the Lambs," sound plays an integral part in bringing films to life. </p> Thu, 14 Apr 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110414.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110411.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110411.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will celebrate the work and career accomplishments of experimental filmmaker and optical effects artist Pat O'Neill on Thursday, April, 21, at 8 p.m. at the Academy's Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. </p> Mon, 11 Apr 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110411.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110408.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110408.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — "Rabbit à la Berlin" and "We Live in Public" will screen as the next installment in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 29th annual "Contemporary Documentaries" series on Wednesday, April 20, at 7 p.m. at the Linwood Dunn Theater in Hollywood. Admission to all screenings in the series is free. </p> Fri, 8 Apr 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110408.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110407.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110407.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Board of Governors of the Motion Picture Academy voted on Thursday to establish a new executive structure for the organization, replacing retiring executive director Bruce Davis with former Film Independent head Dawn Hudson and long-time Academy executive Ric Robertson, who will become the organization's CEO and COO respectively. </p> Thu, 7 Apr 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110407.html http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110406.html <p><a href="http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110406.html"></a>Beverly Hills, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will premiere a new digital restoration of "Bye Bye Birdie" on Wednesday, April 27, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. </p> Wed, 6 Apr 2011 17:00:00 GMT http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110406.html