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Oscar thank you cam

Posted on February 26, 2008 by jessia

The official website for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Oscar Awards has updated their website to include behind the scenes footage. See the winners of the award for achievement in visual effects (The Golden Compass) share their … Continue reading →

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Oscar for Achievement in Visual Effects

Posted on February 25, 2008 by jessia

The Academy for Motion Picture Arts and Sciences have awarded the award for Achievement in Visual Effects to Michael Fink, Bill Westenhofer, Ben Morris, and Trevor Wood for their work on The Golden Compass. It is the first Academy Award … Continue reading →

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Citizen Milton

Posted on February 16, 2008 by jessia

The Centre for Early Modern studies at the University of Oxford is hosting an exhibit on John Milton celebrating the Quatercentenary of his birth, curated by Sharon Achinstein. Citizen Milton will show at the Bodleian Library until April. “The title … Continue reading →

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Young actress unsure of sequel

Posted on February 16, 2008 by jessia

Digital Spy reports that Dakota Blue Richards is unsure of the fate of sequels’ production. ‘The 13-year-old, who played the lead role of Lyra Belacqua, told Teletext: “I think they are going to see how it does when it opens … Continue reading →

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BAFTA for “Special Visual Effects”

Posted on February 11, 2008 by jessia

At today’s British Film Academy Awards, hosted by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA), Michael Fink, Bill Westenhofer, Ben Morris, and Trevor Wood were recognised for their work on The Golden Compass, winning in the category “Special … Continue reading →

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