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And the Oscar Goes To...

2014 · 1 h 35 min
Directed by Jeffrey Friedman · USA · American Independent Cinema
Documentary

Cast

Anjelica Huston Billy Crystal Tom Hanks Cher Robert Osborne Ellen Burstyn

Plot

The story of the gold-plated statuette that became the film industry's most coveted prize, AND THE OSCAR GOES TO... traces the history of the Academy itself, which began in 1927 when Louis B. Mayer, then head of MGM, led other prominent members of the industry in forming this professional honorary organization.

Sinekatalog’s take

A fond look at how a gilded statuette became Hollywood's ultimate prize, tracing the Academy's origins with archive material. It is polished, informative and flattering to its subject. Easy viewing for cinephiles who enjoy industry history more than critique.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.

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Ratings

IMDb: 7.1 / 10 (1,560 votes)
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