Philip Kaufman is the honoree of the 2025 Career Achievement Award from LAFCA, of which I’ve been a member since 1991 and a three-year president, 1996-1999.
Directors: Kaufman, Philip–Social Background, Career, Awards (Cum Advantage, Emmy)
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Oscar Directors: Van Sant, Gus–“Dead Man’s Wire”–Comeback in 7 Years
October 26, 2025 by
The period true-crime drama is based on the real-life 1977 Tony Kiritsis hostage case.
Death in Hollywood: Murray, James (1901-1936), “The Crowd”–Suicide at 35
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Upon its premiere in March 1928, The Crowd was critical and commercial success and Murray’s performance was lauded by critics and the public.
Indie Companies: Menemsha Films, 1998-Present (Neil Friedman)
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Menemsha, founded by Neil Friedman in 1998, set a record by representing five Oscar nominees, five years in a row:
Oscar Actors: Eggar, Samantha–Academy Nominee, “The Collector,” Dies at 86
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Samantha Eggar, Star of ‘Doctor Dolittle,’ Cronenberg’s ‘The Brood,’ Dies at 86.
