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SMPTE Announces Commemorative Books Celebrating Centennial

Mon, 11/21/2016 - 12:51 -- Nick Dager

The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers today announced publication of The Honor Roll and Honorary Members of the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers, a limited-edition book showcasing the industry leaders and innovators who have contributed their talents to SMPTE over the past 10 decades. The Society is also accepting preorders for Magic & Miracles: 100 Years of Moving Image Science & Technology, a richly illustrated and meticulously crafted history of the Society and its groundbreaking work over the past century. Both books celebrate the Society's Centennial.

ASC Names Four Outstanding Achievement Honorees

Fri, 10/14/2016 - 10:48 -- Nick Dager

The American Society of Cinematographers has announced the honorees for the 31st annual ASC Awards for Outstanding Achievement. Edward Lachman, ASC; Ron Garcia, ASC; Philippe Rousselot, ASC, AFC; and Nancy Schreiber, ASC will be recognized for their contributions to the art of cinematography at the organization’s awards gala on February 4, 2017, at the Ray Dolby Ballroom at Hollywood & Highland. Lachman will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award. Garcia will be bestowed with the Career Achievement in Television Award. Rousselot earns the International Award, and Schreiber will take home the Presidents Award.

Alonso to Speak at Women In Technology Luncheon

Thu, 10/06/2016 - 11:49 -- Nick Dager

Victoria Alonso, executive vice president of physical production for Marvel Studios, will appear in a featured conversation at the annual Women in Technology luncheon on 24 October, presented by Hollywood Professional Association Women in Post and the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers.

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HPA Announces 2016 Awards Nominees

Thu, 09/29/2016 - 11:58 -- Nick Dager

The Hollywood Professional Association has announced the nominees for its 2016 HPA Awards. Considered the standard-bearer for excellence and innovation in an industry embracing an expanding array of groundbreaking technologies and creativity, the HPA Awards honor creative achievement and artistic excellence.

What ASC’s Cinema Display Evaluation Means

Wed, 09/14/2016 - 11:03 -- Michael Karagos...

The American Society of Cinematography’s Cinema Display Evaluation Plan & Test Protocol is a key step towards establishing goals for an enhanced cinema experience. It was developed by the ASC’s Next Generation Cinema Display technology subcommittee in response to the emergence of new cinema technologies, and the resulting need for guidance among exhibitors, distributors, and technology providers. As co-chairs of the NGCD committee, we would like to take this opportunity to provide some background and the anticipated direction for this work.

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