The Academy Investigates Six Scientific And Technical Areas For 2025 Awards Consideration

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today that six distinct scientific and technical investigations have been launched for 2025 in the lead-up to the Scientific and Technical Awards on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. These investigations are made public so that individuals and companies with devices or claims of innovation within these areas… Continue reading The Academy Investigates Six Scientific And Technical Areas For 2025 Awards Consideration

Lynette Howell Taylor Elected Academy President

ACADEMY BOARD OF GOVERNORS 2025-2026 OFFICERS ELECTED Producer Lynette Howell Taylor was elected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences by the organization’s Board of Governors. Also elected to 2025-2026 officer positions by the Board: “Lynette has been a vital part of the Academy Board of Governors for many years, most recently… Continue reading Lynette Howell Taylor Elected Academy President

Academy Announces The Eighth Year Of Gold Rising

Eighty-Six Students Will Participate in Academy Career Launch Program in Partnership with 18 Film and Entertainment Companies The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announces the 2024 Academy Gold Rising talent development program, an eight-week summer educational and networking initiative that helps college seniors, recent graduates and young professionals acquire the knowledge, skills and… Continue reading Academy Announces The Eighth Year Of Gold Rising

Academy Of Motion Picture Arts And Sciences Publicly Launches Academy100, A $500mm (Us) Global Revenue Diversification And Outreach Campaign

LONG-TIME ACADEMY PARTNER, ROLEX, EXPANDS YEAR-ROUND SUPPORTAS PART OF THE LAUNCH OF ACADEMY100 In honor of the 100th Oscars® ceremony in 2028, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today publicly launched Academy100, a $500MM (US) global revenue diversification and outreach campaign designed to expand the Academy’s worldwide scope, ensure the success of its next 100… Continue reading Academy Of Motion Picture Arts And Sciences Publicly Launches Academy100, A $500mm (Us) Global Revenue Diversification And Outreach Campaign

Academy Establishes Casting Award For 98th Oscars

The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today the creation of an annual competitive Academy Award® for Achievement in Casting, beginning with the 98th Academy Awards® for films released in 2025. “Casting directors play an essential role in filmmaking, and as the Academy evolves, we are proud to… Continue reading Academy Establishes Casting Award For 98th Oscars

96th Oscars – Shortlists In 10 Awards Categories Announced

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced shortlists in 10 categories for the 96th Academy Awards®: Documentary Feature Film, Documentary Short Film, International Feature Film, Makeup and Hairstyling, Music (Original Score), Music (Original Song), Animated Short Film, Live Action Short Film, Sound and Visual Effects. DOCUMENTARY FEATURE FILM Fifteen films will advance… Continue reading 96th Oscars – Shortlists In 10 Awards Categories Announced