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THE GODFATHER TRILOGY to Be Released on on 4K Ultra HD
by Michael Major - Mar 1, 2022

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Francis Ford Coppola’s Academy Award®-winning* masterwork The Godfather, Paramount Pictures will be releasing all three films in the epic trilogy on 4K Ultra HD for the first time ever, with all the films having been meticulously restored under the direction of Coppola. Watch a new trailer for the release!

THE GODFATHER to Have Limited Theatrical Release For 50th Anniversary
by Michael Major - Jan 13, 2022

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather, Paramount Pictures announced today that the film will have a limited theatrical release in Dolby Vision. All three films in the epic trilogy have been restored under the direction of Coppola and will be made available on 4K Ultra HD for the first time ever.

BWW Interview: David Wenzel Talks HAMLET/HORATIO
by Carissa Chesanek - Jun 30, 2021

The new film, Hamlet/Horatio, held its first public screening at New York City’s Chain Theatre last weekend. We spoke with Hamlet/Horatio's producer, David Wenzel about the film’s creation, storyline, and the power of creative collaboration.

Alamo Drafthouse Brooklyn presents Series MAKING RENT IN BED-STUY
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2017

The Alamo Drafthouse Brooklyn announced today the series Making Rent in Bed-Stuy , programmed by critic, filmmaker, and programmer Brandon Harris and running from June 12th through 21st.  

THE REVENANT Wins Tops Prize at 2016 ASC Awards; Full List
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 15, 2016

Winners of the 30th American Society of Cinematographers Awards were announced yesterday in Los Angeles. The awards salute stellar work in theatrical features, television projects and student films

THE WIZ, CABARET, SHOW BOAT and More Set for Moving Image's SEE IT BIG! Series, 1/24-2/28
by Movies News Desk - Jan 2, 2014

The Museum of the Moving Image's popular series See It Big! will turn its focus to the movie musical with a fourteen-film celebration of the genre, from January 24 through February 28, 2014. Musicals are, by their very nature, filled with spectacle. They are heightened forms of storytelling, in which the narrative is amplified by song and dance, where characters express their innermost feelings in the most extravagant ways imaginable. It is a genre that celebrates excess and stylization, and the best examples of the form can only be truly enjoyed… big!

Sid Ganis to Produce 2010 Governors Awards, Set For 11/13
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2010

Producer Sid Ganis will produce the 2nd annual Governors Awards for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Academy President Tom Sherak announced today. One or more of the Academy's highest honors - the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award, the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Awards and the Honorary Award - will be presented at the event, set for Saturday, November 13.

OSU Film Scholar Pens BFI Book on The Godfather
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 26, 2010

Oregon State University film professor Jon Lewis was asked by the British Film Institute to contribute to its collection of books on landmark films by writing about one of Hollywood's most noted productions.

Don Mischer Productions On Board For 2010 Governors Awards 11/13
by Charlie Piane - Apr 12, 2010

Producer Sid Ganis announced today that Don Mischer Productions will join him in producing the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Second Annual Governors Awards. One or more of the Academy's highest honors - the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award, the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award and the Honorary Award - will be presented at the event, set for Saturday, November 13.

Sid Ganis to Produce 2010 Governors Awards, Set For 11/13
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 24, 2010

Producer Sid Ganis will produce the 2nd annual Governors Awards for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Academy President Tom Sherak announced today. One or more of the Academy's highest honors - the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award, the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Awards and the Honorary Award - will be presented at the event, set for Saturday, November 13.

Lauren Bacall, Roger Corman & More to Receive Academy Governors Awards
by Robert Diamond - Sep 11, 2009

The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences voted tonight to present the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award to producer-executive John Calley, and Honorary Awards to actress Lauren Bacall, producer-director Roger Corman, and cinematographer Gordon Willis. All four awards will be presented at the Academy?s inaugural Governors Awards event on Saturday, November 14, at the Grand Ballroom at Hollywood & Highland Center.