The New York Times – Film:
A historian of the form has unearthed works by Bessie Mae Kelley that rank as the earliest-known hand-drawn animated films directed by a woman.
Category: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
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Film Academy’s Museum Connects With Visitors in First Year
The New York Times – Film:
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures attracted about 20 percent more people than it expected since opening in September 2021. Now it needs to keep the momentum going.
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An Oscars Apology for Sacheen Littlefeather, 50 Years After Brando Protest
The New York Times – Film:
The Apache activist and actress was booed onstage in 1973 after she refused the best actor award on Marlon Brando’s behalf and criticized Hollywood for its depictions of Native Americans.
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The Academy Museum Names Jacqueline Stewart as New Leader
The New York Times – Film:
The film historian and preservationist specializes in Black cinema and silent movies. She had been serving as the institution’s chief artistic and programming officer.
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John Waters, an Auteur of Trash, Would Like to Thank the Academy
The New York Times – Film:
Curators from the new Academy Museum of Motion Pictures rummaged through his Baltimore home to plan an exhibition on Waters and his cult films.
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The Oscars Came Back, Busy and Punchy
The New York Times – Film:
The show strained to offer something for everyone. But it could still create striking moments.
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After Criticism, Academy Museum Will Highlight Hollywood’s Jewish History
The New York Times – Film:
The new Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, which tried to present an inclusive history of film, overlooked the role Jewish immigrants played in creating the industry.