‘Kneecap’ selected as Ireland’s entry for Oscars 2025 international film race
’Kneecap’ was selected by IFTA’s 2024 Selection Committee, including actor Stephen Rea and ‘The Quiet Girl’ director Colm Bairéad.
Janet Yang re-elected Academy president for third term
Board also announces newly elected officers.
Sandra Huller, Fiona Shaw and David Yates among US Academy invitees
Fifty-six percent of the nearly 500 people invited come from outside the US.
Ampas extends contract of CEO Bill Kramer to 2028
Kramer’s two years as CEO has seen an increase in Oscar ceremony TV ratings.
Michael G. Wilson, Barbara Broccoli, Richard Curtis to receive Academy honours
Quincy Jones, Juliet Taylor will also be recognised at November’s Governors Awards.
Academy Museum vows changes amid outcry over ‘Hollywoodland’ Jewish pioneers exhibit
More than 300 sign open letter citing concerns over use of language on walls.
Incoming 2024-25 Academy board comprises 53% women
Producer Jennifer Fox, director Patricia Cardoso, among five newly elected governors.
Ampas creates $500m fundraising campaign to expand global activities
Organisation held a press conference in Rome today to announce launch of Academy100 initiative.
New Academy rules for 2025 Oscars impact international, animation, score, screenplay
Drive-in theatres are no longer means of qualification.
CinemaCon: AMC head dismisses notion that exhibitor will file for bankruptcy
Session also hears from Academy CEO, top Disney executive.