Oscar Actors: Lawrence, Jennifer–“I get Why the Public Rejected My personality”

I Lose Control Over My Craft When I Have to Do Press for a Movie–Jennifer Lawrence

Directors: Kaufman, Philip–Social Background, Career, Awards (Cum Advantage, Emmy)

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.

Oscar Directors: Van Sant, Gus–“Dead Man’s Wire”–Comeback in 7 Years

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

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)

Menemsha, founded by Neil Friedman in 1998, set a record by representing five Oscar nominees, five years in a row: