oscars – Page 3

February 21, 2015 Colin Daniels

First-Time Producer Makes Big Waves At Oscars

By Tashanea Whitlow

James Lucas, a novice in the film industry, is making some pretty big waves. His first short film, “The Phone Call,” is nominated for an Oscar. Lucas, who also serves as writer, producer and executive producer on the film, says that despite the hype surrounding the film, which he’s extremely grateful for, he’s still humble.

February 21, 2015 Colin Daniels

“The Imitation Game” Production Designer Doesn’t Need Industry Buzz to Know the Film is Special

By Alecea Rush

Djurkovic tells WEBN she knew the movie was special way before all of the industry buzz.

February 21, 2015 Colin Daniels

“Whiplash” Sound Mixers Drum Up Award-Caliber Sound

By Charlie Greenwald

It’s crucial to hit all the right notes when you’re mixing the sound for a film about jazz music; and Tom Curley, Craig Mann and Ben Wilkins were up to the challenge.

February 21, 2015 Colin Daniels

The Passion Behind the Costume

By Tashanea Whitlow

Kari Perkins has crafted looks for some of Hollywood’s hottest movies and memorable characters. Her latest project, the Oscar nominated movie “Boyhood,” has swept almost every category it has been nominated in. Earning an unprecedented 140 wins and 127 nominations.

February 20, 2015 Colin Daniels

Costume Designer Ruth E. Carter Re-Creates History In Selma

By Alecea Rush

The March 1965 cover of Ebony Magazine featured a photo of Martin Luther King Jr. leading hundreds in the march to Montgomery. Ruth E. Carter, costume director for the Academy Award nominated film Selma used this cover to springboard her research and creative process for the movie.

February 19, 2015 Colin Daniels

Red Carpet Installer at Academy Awards Prepares for Big Night

By Charlie Greenwald

Behind all the glitz and glamor, there’s a professional team of 20 people ensuring that the Academy Awards Red Carpet is ready for the A-list stampede.