A rundown of all the horror movies that have won Oscars, from “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” to “The Exorcist” to “Black Swan.”
A Definitive Guide to Oscar-Winning Horror Films: From 'Jekyll and Hyde' to 'Wolfman'
Posted by chris-eggertsen · 12:49 pm · February 20th, 2015
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On 'The Conjuring,' 'The Exorcist' and horror finding its way to the Oscars
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 10:59 am · June 26th, 2013
James Wan’s latest is a lesson in control, restraint and confidence.
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AMPAS to break the soundtrack barrier
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 12:03 pm · March 1st, 2012
One of the things that always seems to be nebulous to new film enthusiasts and, in particular, new Oscar watchers is the difference between sound editing and sound mixing. We’ve certainly made it a point to explain it over the years via the two categories’ separate Tech Support entries each season, but for those in the LA area, here’s your opportunity for a thorough crash course, AMPAS-style.
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Oscarweb Round-up: More on 2011 as 'the year of The Beard'
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 7:03 am · October 31st, 2011
In today’s round-up, Michael Cieply catches on to “The Year of The Beard,” the original music of “Albert Nobbs” owes plenty to Skype and production of “Iron Man 3” will head to North Carolina.
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AMPAS announces film series to celebrate the work of this year's Honorary Oscar recipients
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 8:38 am · October 28th, 2011
The Academy has put a new spin on the annual Governors Awards ceremony this year: a film series celebrating the work of the Honorary Oscar recipients. “The Exorcist,” “The Great White Hope” and “The Color Purple” will screen.
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