The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is expanding its membership.
According to a press release, the organization that hands out Oscars each year at the Academy Awards has extended invitations to join the Academy to 398 artists and executives who have made notable contributions to the motion picture industry.
“The Academy is proud to welcome these artists and professionals into our membership. They represent extraordinary global talent across cinematic disciplines and have made a vital impact on the arts and sciences of motion pictures and on movie fans worldwide,” said Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang in a joint statement.
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There are some big names and familiar faces among the invitees, including musicians Taylor Swift and David Byrne, and numerous actors, ranging from Selma Blair to Keke Palmer to “Elvis” Oscar nominee Austin Butler.
According to a press release, the organization that hands out Oscars each year at the Academy Awards has extended invitations to join the Academy to 398 artists and executives who have made notable contributions to the motion picture industry.
“The Academy is proud to welcome these artists and professionals into our membership. They represent extraordinary global talent across cinematic disciplines and have made a vital impact on the arts and sciences of motion pictures and on movie fans worldwide,” said Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang in a joint statement.
Read More: The Academy Announces 2024 Oscars Date As Well As Submission Deadline
There are some big names and familiar faces among the invitees, including musicians Taylor Swift and David Byrne, and numerous actors, ranging from Selma Blair to Keke Palmer to “Elvis” Oscar nominee Austin Butler.
- 6/28/2023
- by Brent Furdyk
- ET Canada
Those who accept will be only additions to Academy’s membership in 2023.
Vicky Krieps, Paul Mescal, Warner Bros Discovery head David Zaslav, Aftersun writer-director Charlotte Wells, She Said director Maria Schrader, and Kerry Condon are among 398 who have been invited to join the Academy.
Some 40% of the 2023 class identify as women, 34% belong to underrepresented ethnic/racial communities, and 52% are from 50 countries and territories outside the United States. There are 76 Oscar nominees including 22 winners among the invitees.
Those who accept the invitations will be the only additions to the Academy’s membership. Should they all accept, the total number of members...
Vicky Krieps, Paul Mescal, Warner Bros Discovery head David Zaslav, Aftersun writer-director Charlotte Wells, She Said director Maria Schrader, and Kerry Condon are among 398 who have been invited to join the Academy.
Some 40% of the 2023 class identify as women, 34% belong to underrepresented ethnic/racial communities, and 52% are from 50 countries and territories outside the United States. There are 76 Oscar nominees including 22 winners among the invitees.
Those who accept the invitations will be the only additions to the Academy’s membership. Should they all accept, the total number of members...
- 6/28/2023
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
“Everything Everywhere All At Once” Oscar winners Ke Huy Quan, Daniel Kwan, and Daniel Scheinert, recent acting nominees Austin Butler, Paul Mescal, and Stephanie Hsu, and bold-face names for the extremely online like Taylor Swift, Abel Tesfaye (a.k.a. The Weeknd), and Warner Bros. Discovery boss David Zaslav were among the 398 people announced as new members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Wednesday.
“The academy is proud to welcome these artists and professionals into our membership. They represent extraordinary global talent across cinematic disciplines and have made a vital impact on the arts and sciences of motion pictures and on movie fans worldwide,” said academy CEO Bill Kramer and academy president Janet Yang in a joint statement.
This year’s class of new members is heavy on 2022 breakouts, like the aforementioned Kwan and Scheinert – invitees in both the directors’ brand and the producers’ branch. In keeping with academy practice,...
“The academy is proud to welcome these artists and professionals into our membership. They represent extraordinary global talent across cinematic disciplines and have made a vital impact on the arts and sciences of motion pictures and on movie fans worldwide,” said academy CEO Bill Kramer and academy president Janet Yang in a joint statement.
This year’s class of new members is heavy on 2022 breakouts, like the aforementioned Kwan and Scheinert – invitees in both the directors’ brand and the producers’ branch. In keeping with academy practice,...
- 6/28/2023
- by Christopher Rosen
- Gold Derby
The Academy has invited 398 artists across cinematic disciplines to join its membership, including Taylor Swift, Keke Palmer and this year’s Best Supporting Actor winner Ke Huy Quan.
“The Academy is proud to welcome these artists and professionals into our membership. They represent extraordinary global talent across cinematic disciplines and have made a vital impact on the arts and sciences of motion pictures and on movie fans worldwide,” said Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang.
Also scoring invitations are actors Selma Blair, Austin Butler, Ram Charan, Kerry Condon, Bill Hader, Nicholas Hoult, Stephanie Hsu, Noémie Merlant, Paul Mescal, Nt Rama Rao Jr. and Paul Reiser, directors Joseph Kosinski, Maria Schrader and Michael Showalter, writers Josh Friedman, Kazuo Ishiguro and Charlotte Wells.
“Everything Everywhere All at Once” duo The Daniels (Credit: Getty Images)
Eight people were invited to join the Academy by multiple branches and must choose which...
“The Academy is proud to welcome these artists and professionals into our membership. They represent extraordinary global talent across cinematic disciplines and have made a vital impact on the arts and sciences of motion pictures and on movie fans worldwide,” said Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang.
Also scoring invitations are actors Selma Blair, Austin Butler, Ram Charan, Kerry Condon, Bill Hader, Nicholas Hoult, Stephanie Hsu, Noémie Merlant, Paul Mescal, Nt Rama Rao Jr. and Paul Reiser, directors Joseph Kosinski, Maria Schrader and Michael Showalter, writers Josh Friedman, Kazuo Ishiguro and Charlotte Wells.
“Everything Everywhere All at Once” duo The Daniels (Credit: Getty Images)
Eight people were invited to join the Academy by multiple branches and must choose which...
- 6/28/2023
- by Benjamin Lindsay and Libby Hill
- The Wrap
Singer-songwriters Taylor Swift and David Byrne, Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav, Netflix chief content officer Bela Bajaria, Everything Everywhere All at Once filmmakers Daniels (Kwan and Scheinert), Nobel Prize-winning writer Kazuo Ishiguro, former SXSW chief Janet Pierson, WME co-chairs Christian Muirhead and Richard Weitz, and actors including Selma Blair, Austin Butler, Bill Hader, Paul Mescal, Nicholas Hoult, Keke Palmer, Ke Huy Quan and Rrr stars Ram Charan and N.T. Rama Rao Jr. are among the 398 artists and executives from around the world who have been invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences this year, the Oscar-dispensing organization announced Wednesday.
“The Academy is proud to welcome these artists and professionals into our membership,” Academy CEO Bill Kramer and president Janet Yang said in a statement. “They represent extraordinary global talent across cinematic disciplines and have made a vital impact on the arts and sciences of motion...
“The Academy is proud to welcome these artists and professionals into our membership,” Academy CEO Bill Kramer and president Janet Yang said in a statement. “They represent extraordinary global talent across cinematic disciplines and have made a vital impact on the arts and sciences of motion...
- 6/28/2023
- by Scott Feinberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has released the names of its newest round of invitees, increasing the number of voting members past 10,000, should everyone accept.
With the addition of the 398 artists and executives that the Academy extended invitations to (totaling one more invite than last year), the Academy now boasts a membership that is 34 percent women, 18 percent from underrepresented ethnic and racial communities, and 20 percent from countries or territories outside of the United States. Though their invites have a rolling deadline, they must accept them and pay dues in order to vote for the Oscars and gain access to benefits like the Academy Screening Room.
Among the list of possible new members are, predictably, many of the filmmakers behind Best Picture winner “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” including Best Supporting Actor winner Ke Huy Quan, Best Supporting Actress nominee Stephanie Hsu, Best Film Editing winner Paul Rogers,...
With the addition of the 398 artists and executives that the Academy extended invitations to (totaling one more invite than last year), the Academy now boasts a membership that is 34 percent women, 18 percent from underrepresented ethnic and racial communities, and 20 percent from countries or territories outside of the United States. Though their invites have a rolling deadline, they must accept them and pay dues in order to vote for the Oscars and gain access to benefits like the Academy Screening Room.
Among the list of possible new members are, predictably, many of the filmmakers behind Best Picture winner “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” including Best Supporting Actor winner Ke Huy Quan, Best Supporting Actress nominee Stephanie Hsu, Best Film Editing winner Paul Rogers,...
- 6/28/2023
- by Marcus Jones
- Indiewire
It’s that time of year again — the break between Cannes and the fall festivals, when the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences makes its membership invitations. The Oscars group said today that it has extended offers to 398 artists and execs — one more than last year — who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to motion pictures.
The list includes actors, directors, writers, producers, musicians, executives, artist reps, publicists and below-the-liners such as casting directors, cinematographers, costume designers, film editors, makeup artists and hairstylists, production designers and sound pros.
“The Academy is proud to welcome these artists and professionals into our membership,” Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang said in a statement. “They represent extraordinary global talent across cinematic disciplines and have made a vital impact on the arts and sciences of motion pictures and on movie fans worldwide.”
As usual, the invitees include newly minted Oscar winners,...
The list includes actors, directors, writers, producers, musicians, executives, artist reps, publicists and below-the-liners such as casting directors, cinematographers, costume designers, film editors, makeup artists and hairstylists, production designers and sound pros.
“The Academy is proud to welcome these artists and professionals into our membership,” Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang said in a statement. “They represent extraordinary global talent across cinematic disciplines and have made a vital impact on the arts and sciences of motion pictures and on movie fans worldwide.”
As usual, the invitees include newly minted Oscar winners,...
- 6/28/2023
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Casting Society honored achievements in casting across film, television and theater on Thursday night with its 38th annual Artios Awards. CSA celebrated with three star-studded award ceremonies, the first in-person celebrations in three years. Yvette Nicole Brown hosted the Los Angeles show at the Beverly Hilton, while Amber Ruffin hosted in New York’s Edison Ballroom and Gordon Griffin M.B.E. at London’s Union Club.
Among the film winners were Oscar-nominated features Everything Everywhere All at Once, which received the Zeitgeist Award. Marcel the Shell With Shoes On won in the animation category, while The Fabelmans and The Banshees of Inisherin won for big budget film (drama) and studio or independent film (drama), respectively.
Among the television winners were Abbott Elementary and Yellowjackets, both earning prizes for TV pilot/first season. Hacks and Succession won the prizes for comedy and drama casting, respectively, while Dopesick won for limited series.
Among the film winners were Oscar-nominated features Everything Everywhere All at Once, which received the Zeitgeist Award. Marcel the Shell With Shoes On won in the animation category, while The Fabelmans and The Banshees of Inisherin won for big budget film (drama) and studio or independent film (drama), respectively.
Among the television winners were Abbott Elementary and Yellowjackets, both earning prizes for TV pilot/first season. Hacks and Succession won the prizes for comedy and drama casting, respectively, while Dopesick won for limited series.
- 3/10/2023
- by Tyler Coates
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Alliance of Women Film Journalists (Awfj) has revealed the winners of the 2015 Eda Awards! Founder Jennifer Merin lovingly dedicated and named the Eda Awards after her mother, Eda Reiss Marin. Awwwww :happy
"Boyhood," my favorite film of 2014, received the Best Film and Director (Richard Linklater) prizes while "Birdman" won the Best Screenplay Original award and "Gone Girl" took home the Best Screenplay Adapted award.
I love that the Awfj honored the fantastic Tilda Swinton for her role in "Snowpiercer," a performance that is all but forgotten this awards season.
I also love the Special Mention Awards with categories like Best Depiction Of Nudity, Sexuality, or Seduction, and Actress Most In Need of a New Agent. Are you listening Cameron Diaz?
Here's the complete list of the winners of the 2015 Eda Awards:
Best Film
"Boyhood"
Best Director (Female or Male)
Richard Linklater for "Boyhood"
Best Screenplay, Original
"Birdman" . Alejandro Gonzales Inarritu,...
"Boyhood," my favorite film of 2014, received the Best Film and Director (Richard Linklater) prizes while "Birdman" won the Best Screenplay Original award and "Gone Girl" took home the Best Screenplay Adapted award.
I love that the Awfj honored the fantastic Tilda Swinton for her role in "Snowpiercer," a performance that is all but forgotten this awards season.
I also love the Special Mention Awards with categories like Best Depiction Of Nudity, Sexuality, or Seduction, and Actress Most In Need of a New Agent. Are you listening Cameron Diaz?
Here's the complete list of the winners of the 2015 Eda Awards:
Best Film
"Boyhood"
Best Director (Female or Male)
Richard Linklater for "Boyhood"
Best Screenplay, Original
"Birdman" . Alejandro Gonzales Inarritu,...
- 1/14/2015
- by Manny
- Manny the Movie Guy
2014 Eda Award Winners Awfj Eda ‘Best Of’ Awards (presented to females and/or males) Best FilmBOYHOOD Best Director (Female or Male)Richard Linklater for Boyhood Best Screenplay, OriginalBIRDMAN – Alejandro Gonzales Inarritu, Nicholas Giacobone, Alexander Dinelaris, Armando Bo Best Screenplay, AdaptedGONE Girl – Gillian Flynn Best DocumentaryCITIZENFOUR – Laura Poitras Best Animated FilmLEGO – Phil Lord, Christopher Miller Best ActressJulianne Moore for Still Alice Best Actress in a Supporting RoleTilda Swinton for Snowpiercer Best ActorMichael Keaton for Birdman Best Actor in a Supporting RoleJ.K. Simmons for Whiplash Best Ensemble Cast (tie)Birdman – Francine Maisler, Casting Directorand Grand Budapest Hotel – Douglas Aibel (Us), Antoinette Boulat (France), Simone Bar, Alexandra Montag (Germany), Debra Maxwell Dion (La), Jina Jay (UK) Best EditingBIRDMAN – Douglas Crise, Stephen Mirrione Best CinematographyBIRDMAN – Emmanuel Lubezki Best Film Music Or...
- 1/13/2015
- by Anne Thompson
- Thompson on Hollywood
The Alliance of Women Film Journalists has announced the winners of the 2014 Eda Awards. Top honors went to Boyhood, while Birdman was awarded six EDAs in the Best Original Screenplay, Best Actor, Best Editing, Best Cinematography, Best Score and Best Ensemble Cast categories.
Awfj Eda ‘Best Of’ Awards
These awards are presented to females and/or males.
Best Film
Boyhood
Best Director (Female or Male)
Richard Linklater for Boyhood
Best Screenplay, Original
Birdman – Alejandro Gonzales Inarritu, Nicholas Giacobone, Alexander Dinelaris, Armando Bo
Best Screenplay, Adapted
Gone Girl – Gillian Flynn
Best Documentary
Citizenfour – Laura Poitras
Best Animated Film
Lego – Phil Lord, Christopher Miller
Best Actress
Julianne Moore for Still Alice
Best Actress in a Supporting Role
Tilda Swinton for Snowpiercer
Best Actor
Michael Keaton for Birdman
Best Actor in a Supporting Role
J.K. Simmons for Whiplash
Best Ensemble Cast (tie)
Birdman – Francine Maisler, Casting Director
and
Grand Budapest Hotel – Douglas Aibel...
Awfj Eda ‘Best Of’ Awards
These awards are presented to females and/or males.
Best Film
Boyhood
Best Director (Female or Male)
Richard Linklater for Boyhood
Best Screenplay, Original
Birdman – Alejandro Gonzales Inarritu, Nicholas Giacobone, Alexander Dinelaris, Armando Bo
Best Screenplay, Adapted
Gone Girl – Gillian Flynn
Best Documentary
Citizenfour – Laura Poitras
Best Animated Film
Lego – Phil Lord, Christopher Miller
Best Actress
Julianne Moore for Still Alice
Best Actress in a Supporting Role
Tilda Swinton for Snowpiercer
Best Actor
Michael Keaton for Birdman
Best Actor in a Supporting Role
J.K. Simmons for Whiplash
Best Ensemble Cast (tie)
Birdman – Francine Maisler, Casting Director
and
Grand Budapest Hotel – Douglas Aibel...
- 1/12/2015
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
The Alliance of Women Film Journalists has announced the nominees for its eighth-annual Eda Awards.
Birdman leads the pack with 10 nominations. Boyhood and Gone Girl got five each and The Grand Budapest Hotel four.
In the best film category, the nominees are Boyhood, Birdman, The Grand Budapest Hotel, Only Lovers Left Alive and Selma.
The nominees for the Female Icon of the Year, to honour a woman whose work in film and/or in life made a difference, are Selma director Ava DuVernay, Unbroken director Angelina Jolie and Citizenfour director Laura Poitras.
The full list of nominees is below, in categories for both men and women, and some women-only awards as well.
Awfj Best Of Awards (presented to men and women)
Best Film
Boyhood
Birdman
Grand Budapest Hotel
Only Lovers Left Alive
Selma
Best Director
Wes Anderson for The Grand Budapest Hotel
Ava DuVernay for Selma
Alejandro G Inarritu for Birdman
Jim Jarmusch for Only Lovers Left Alive
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Birdman leads the pack with 10 nominations. Boyhood and Gone Girl got five each and The Grand Budapest Hotel four.
In the best film category, the nominees are Boyhood, Birdman, The Grand Budapest Hotel, Only Lovers Left Alive and Selma.
The nominees for the Female Icon of the Year, to honour a woman whose work in film and/or in life made a difference, are Selma director Ava DuVernay, Unbroken director Angelina Jolie and Citizenfour director Laura Poitras.
The full list of nominees is below, in categories for both men and women, and some women-only awards as well.
Awfj Best Of Awards (presented to men and women)
Best Film
Boyhood
Birdman
Grand Budapest Hotel
Only Lovers Left Alive
Selma
Best Director
Wes Anderson for The Grand Budapest Hotel
Ava DuVernay for Selma
Alejandro G Inarritu for Birdman
Jim Jarmusch for Only Lovers Left Alive
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- 1/9/2015
- by wendy.mitchell@screendaily.com (Wendy Mitchell)
- ScreenDaily
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