LOS ANGELES–The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced that 20 films are in the running in the Visual Effects category for the 92nd Academy Awards. The films are listed below in alphabetical order: “Ad Astra” “The Aeronauts” “Aladdin” “Alita: Battle Angel” “Avengers: Endgame” “Captain Marvel” “Cats” “Dumbo” “Fast and Furious Presents: Hobbs […]
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences elects new president
LOS ANGELES–David Rubin was elected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on August 6 by the organization’s Board of Governors. Also elected to officer positions by the Board: Lois Burwell, First Vice President (chair, Awards and Events Committee) Sid Ganis, Vice President (chair, Museum Committee) Larry Karaszewski, Vice President (chair, Preservation […]
‘Walking Dead’ Star To Greet Fans At San Diego Comic Con
SAN DIEGO–To celebrate the release of her directorial debut, Pollyanna McIntosh (Jadis/Anne, The Walking Dead) will be heading to San Diego Comic Con to meet and greet her fans. McIntosh’s directorial debut Darlin’ will be hitting theaters and digital platforms on July 12. To celebrate the release, any fan who brings proof of purchase of […]
Coming Of Age Film Festival To Celebrate The Power Of Aging
SAN DIEGO–The Museum of Photographic Arts’ 9th annual Coming of Age Film Festival, in partnership with San Diego State University professors, will present free film screenings related to aging. Joaquin Anguera, Ph.D., retired professor of Gerontology, School of Social Work at San Diego State University, will introduce films and moderate a question and answer after […]
Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame Nearly Doubles IMAX All-Time Worldwide Opening Box Office Record With $91.5 Million
LOS ANGELES–(PRNewswire)– IMAX Corporation announced that Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame, which marks the second Hollywood film to ever be shot entirely with IMAX cameras, set a new IMAX all-time worldwide opening weekend record grossing approximately $91.5 million, surpassing the previous record holder Star Wars: The Force Awakens by an astonishing 92%. “The fact that tens of […]
The Academy Launches 2019 Student Awards Competition, Winners Eligible For Oscars
LOS ANGELES–The Academy is now accepting entries for its 2019 Student Academy Awards competition. All Student Academy Award winners become eligible for Oscars consideration. The entry deadline for submissions is June 1, 2019. The U.S. competition is open to all full-time undergraduate and graduate students whose films are made within the curricular structure of an eligible […]
“Avengers: Endgame” Stars, Disney Team Of Heroes Unite To Support $5 Million Donation To Children’s Hospitals
ANAHEIM–(PRNewswire)–The stars of “Avengers: Endgame” Saturday visited the Disneyland Resort to launch Avengers Universe Unites, a charity event that supports The Walt Disney Company’s signature philanthropic commitment, Disney Team of Heroes, which delivers comfort and inspiration to seriously ill children around the world. Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Paul Rudd and […]
Oscar Nominations Are Out
LOS ANGELES–Actor-comedian and Oscar-nominated writer Kumail Nanjiani and actress- producer-director Tracee Ellis Ross announced the 91st Oscars nominations early Tuesday morning live from the Academy’s headquarters in Beverly Hills. Nanjiani and Ross announced the nominees, through a global live stream on Oscar.com, Oscars.org, and the Academy’s digital platforms, in 9 categories at 5:20 a.m. and […]
Yoshiki To Score ‘XXX 4’ Film Starring Vin Diesel
The H Collective has partnered with prolific Japanese composer and musician Yoshiki on the next installment in the “xXx “ franchise, “xXx 4” starring Vin Diesel. The film will feature a theme song with music written by Yoshiki. “xXx 4” is in pre-production with casting currently underway, and principal photography set to commence this year. […]
Museum Of Photographic Arts Spotlights Social Justice With Human Rights Watch Film Festival
SAN DIEGO–For the ninth year, the Museum of Photographic Arts opens its doors to a weekend of compelling films and conversations at the annual Human Rights Watch Film Festival. The film festival, which runs from January 31 to February 2, presents five documentaries highlighting a variety of human rights issues, including the Transgender Military Ban, […]
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