The Academy of Movement Image Arts and Sciences has introduced a brand new international award to have fun moviegoing and the standard theatrical expertise. The Academy Marquee Theater Record is designed to acknowledge probably the most exceptional film theaters world wide and honor the perfect in exhibition, celebrating theaters that present “exceptional audience experiences, preserve cinematic history and serve as cultural anchors in their communities.”
50 theaters can be chosen for the primary Marquee Theater Record within the spring of 2027, together with 25 theaters from america and 25 worldwide theaters. A committee of Academy members throughout all branches will choose the film theaters, which can be authorised by the Academy’s Board of Governors.
Eligible film theaters should be brick-and-mortar theaters that function year-round. A most of 10 theaters operated by the identical theater chain or proprietor could also be submitted in a single submission cycle.
The analysis standards for the film theaters is as follows: neighborhood engagement; visible and audio presentation; programming; variety, inclusion and accessibility; historic significance and preservation; theater design, lighting and situations; and concessions.
The appliance is out there now. For extra data, go to Oscars.org.
Monday, June 1
James Cameron’s Lightstorm Imaginative and prescient Acquires 3D Digicam Producer Stereotec
Stereotec, a producer of precision 3D digital camera rigs, has been acquired by James Cameron’s Lightstorm Imaginative and prescient, the world’s main developer of built-in 3D manufacturing know-how. Stereotec creates the tools “used on some of the most ambitious stereoscopic productions of the past decade,” per the corporate.
Stereotec’s rigs captured “Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D),” Ang Lee’s “Gemini Man,” “Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk,” the IR-3D rig on “Dune: Part Two” and different Immersive titles for Meta Quest and Apple Imaginative and prescient Professional. For its work in stereoscopic 3D, Stereotec has been awarded twelve Lumiere Awards from the Superior Imaging Society.
“Florian (Dr Maier) and I share a vision for the 3D future, like brothers from another mother. We intend to manifest that vision together through rapid advancement in technology over the next few years. We are both innovators at heart, and take joy in pushing the tech to create beautiful, transformative 3D experiences. As stereoscopic 3D expands in all entertainment media, including sports, music, streaming, and movies, we will remain at the cutting edge and hold the lead as the go-to brand for highest quality and efficient production,” mentioned Cameron in a press release.
