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Behind the scenes of Francis Ford Coppola’s THE GODFATHER PART II, the second installment in the Godfather trilogy, which premiered 50 years ago. The epic crime film features an all-star cast including Al Pacino, Robert Duvall, Diane Keaton, Robert De Niro, Lee Strasberg, Michael V. Gazzo and Talia Shire. At the 47th Academy Awards, the film won Oscars for Supporting Actor (Robert De Niro), Art Direction (Art Direction: Dean Tavoularis, Angelo Graham; Set Decoration: George R. Nelson), Directing (Francis Ford Coppola), Original Dramatic Score (Nino Rota, Carmine Coppola), Adapted Screenplay (Francis Ford Coppola, Mario Puzo) and Best Picture. It received nominations for Lead Actor (Al Pacino), Supporting Actor (Michael V. Gazzo and Lee Strasberg), Supporting Actress (Talia Shire) and Costume Design (Theadora Van Runkle). Visit the @AcademyMuseum to explore THE ART OF MOVIEMAKING: THE GODFATHER to get an in-depth look at the moviemaking process for one of cinema’s most beloved films. “The Godfather” gallery is now open and is located inside the STORIES OF CINEMA exhibition - The Art of Moviemaking. Catch it before it closes on January 5th — link in bio for tickets.

Presenting the 97th #Oscars shortlists in 10 award categories: Documentary Feature Film, Documentary Short Film, International Feature Film, Makeup and Hairstyling, Music (Original Score), Music (Original Song), Animated Short Film, Live Action Short Film, Sound and Visual Effects. Click the link in the Academy’s bio for the full breakdown. Which films will you be adding to your watchlist over the holidays? Find out who will be nominated on January 17th, and tune into ABC and Hulu to watch the Oscars LIVE on Sunday, March 2nd at 7e/4p.

The motion capture process for James Cameron’s AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER, starring Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Kate Winslet, Stephen Lang and Cliff Curtis. At the 95th Academy Awards, the film received four nominations: • Production Design - Production Design: Dylan Cole and Ben Procter; Set Decoration: Vanessa Cole • Sound - Julian Howarth, Gwendolyn Yates Whittle, Dick Bernstein, Christopher Boyes, Gary Summers and Michael Hedges • Visual Effects - Joe Letteri, Richard Baneham, Eric Saindon and Daniel Barrett (WON) • Best Picture

“That’s all it is, Miles. A leap of faith.” SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE, directed by Bob Persichetti, Peter Ramsey and Rodney Rothman, features the voices of Shameik Moore, Jake Johnson, Hailee Steinfeld, Mahershala Ali, Brian Tyree Henry and Luna Lauren Vélez. The film won the Oscar for Animated Feature Film at the 91st Academy Awards.

From pencil test to final animation. ✏️✨ THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG, directed by Ron Clements and John Musker, features the voice talents of Anika Noni Rose, Bruno Campos, Keith David, Jenifer Lewis and Oprah Winfrey. At the 82nd Academy Awards, the film was nominated for Animated Feature Film (John Musker and Ron Clements) and twice for Original Song (“Almost There,” Music and Lyric by Randy Newman, and “Down In New Orleans,” Music and Lyric by Randy Newman).

Women are shaping the future of cinema. The Academy Women’s Luncheon, presented in partnership with CHANEL, brought together an extraordinary group of women at the Academy Museum to honor the recipients of the Academy Gold Fellowship for Women. Raha Amirfazli and Shadi Karamroudi were celebrated as this year’s fellows, with Selena Gomez delivering a stirring keynote to close the afternoon. A powerful day dedicated to the voices redefining film. #CHANELinCinema

Inside the Academy Women’s Luncheon, presented in partnership with CHANEL. It was such an inspiring afternoon celebrating Raha Amirfazli and Shadi Karamroudi, recipients of the 2024 Gold Fellowship for Women. A huge thank-you to Emmy- and Grammy-nominated actor, recording artist, and producer Selena Gomez, who delivered a heartfelt keynote that beautifully highlighted the strength and impact of women’s voices in storytelling. Cinema has always been central to the CHANEL story, reflecting the House’s enduring commitment to fostering creativity and championing a new generation of female filmmakers who are pioneering the future of the craft. The Gold Fellowship for Women is a one-year program that uplifts emerging women filmmakers with mentorship, networking, and the support needed to shape their artistic journeys. @selenagomez @arianagrande @amyadams @janetyangofficial @oliviawilde #CHANELinCinema

Inside the 2024 Academy Women’s Luncheon, presented in partnership with CHANEL. Featured: Olivia Wilde, Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande, Ava DuVernay, Havana Rose Liu, Gal Gadot, Sarah Paulson, Ruth E. Carter, Gia Coppola, Pamela Anderson and Sarah Catherine Hook Since its inception, the House of CHANEL has been intrinsically linked to the world of cinema. CHANEL is committed to providing resources and opportunities to help empower women in the film industry. #CHANELinCinema Photo credit: Elizabeth Miranda (@elizabethmiiiranda)

For the first time ever, catch the Oscars live on ABC and Hulu March 2nd with Conan O’Brien hosting. Expect the unexpected—only at the #Oscars.

There's no greater gift than family. Chris Columbus's Christmas classic, HOME ALONE, starring Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern, was nominated for Original Score (John Williams) and Original Song ("Somewhere in My Memory," Music by John Williams; Lyric by Leslie Bricusse) at the 63rd Academy Awards.

"Even then, with all the fear I feel, I can say no to you." Stop motion animator Savannah Steiner performing the live-action reference and facial animation for the character Candlewick (voiced by Finn Wolfhard) in GUILLERMO DEL TORO'S PINOCCHIO. The film won the Oscar for Animated Feature Film (Guillermo del Toro, Mark Gustafson, Gary Ungar, Alex Bulkley) at the 95th Academy Awards.

The human adventure is just beginning. 🖖 Behind-the-scenes photos from STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE, which premiered in theaters 45 years ago. Directed by Robert Wise and written by Harold Livingston, the film stars the cast of the STAR TREK television series: William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, James Doohan, Nichelle Nichols, George Takei, Majel Barrett, Walter Koenig and Grace Lee Whitney. At the 52nd Academy Awards, STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE received nominations for Art Direction (Art Direction: Harold Michelson, Joe Jennings, Leon Harris, John Vallone; Set Decoration: Linda DeScenna), Original Score (Jerry Goldsmith) and Visual Effects (Douglas Trumbull, John Dykstra, Richard Yuricich, Robert Swarthe, Dave Stewart, Grant McCune).