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The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles has opened 'The Horror Show,' a major exhibition celebrating the history of horror cinema through costumes, props, and interactive displays. The exhibit, which runs through July 2027, features iconic items from films like 'Dracula,' 'Halloween,' and 'Saw,' alongside a dedicated 'Blood Room' and a companion show for younger audiences.
Wes Anderson was trapped in an Academy Museum elevator for about 30 minutes after a Bottle Rocket anniversary event, joined by Luke Wilson and producer James L. Brooks, before the Los Angeles Fire Department rescued them. A blogger claimed a secret celebrity passage, though THR couldn’t verify; exiting footage shows Anderson and Brooks with an LAFD official citing likely weight as the cause. Bottle Rocket was Anderson’s feature debut (1996), and his latest project The Phoenician Scheme released in 2025.
Steven Spielberg introduced 'Jaws: The Exhibition' at the Academy Museum, celebrating the film's 50th anniversary with over 200 artifacts, interactive displays, and a focus on its creation and legacy, highlighting its impact on cinema and Spielberg's career.
The Academy Museum announced a retrospective dedicated to Steven Spielberg, set to open in 2028, following their recent Jaws anniversary exhibition, which highlights Spielberg's influential career and filmmaking process.
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is undergoing significant leadership changes with Jacqueline Stewart stepping down as chief to return to academia, replaced by Amy Homma. Additionally, Randy Haberkamp is retiring, prompting promotions within the organization, including Matt Severson, Jennifer Davidson, and Jenny Galante, as part of a broader strategic effort to unify teams and enhance operations.
The Academy Museum gala, set to honor Meryl Streep, Michael B. Jordan, Oprah Winfrey, and Sofia Coppola, has canceled its planned red carpet in response to the recent violence in Israel. The decision was made out of respect for the conflict and loss of life happening overseas. The event will continue with a dinner and awards presentation inside the museum, but studio executives, who have previously attended, will not be present due to the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike. This is the first major Hollywood carpet to be canceled following the attack on Israel by Hamas.
Annette Bening, chair of the board of the Entertainment Community Fund (ECF), is using her platform to raise awareness and funds for the organization, which provides financial aid and support to film and TV workers affected by the SAG-AFTRA strike. The ECF has distributed over $4 million to workers and has received over $7 million in donations. Bening is also involved in supporting the Academy Museum and emphasizes the importance of having a world-class film museum in Los Angeles.