Yesterday toot Hollywood turned out for the gala opening of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in L.A. It is the largest institution in the United States devoted to the arts, sciences, and artists of moviemaking. Global in outlook and grounded in the unparalleled collections and expertise of the Academy of Motion Picture
The stunning breath-taking building was designed by none other than the Pritzker Prize-winning architect Renzo Piano. Its seven floors feature exhibition spaces, education and special event spaces, a conservation studio, a café, and a museum store. In addition, the museum’s 1,000-seat David Geffen Theater and 288-seat Ted Mann Theater will present a year-round calendar of screenings, film series, member programs, panel discussions, family programs, and symposia.
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Global in outlook and grounded in the unparalleled collections and expertise of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the Academy Museum will offer exceptional exhibitions and programs that illuminate the world of cinema. They will be immersive and dynamic and will tell the many stories of the movies—their art, technology, artists, history, and social impact—through a variety of diverse and engaging voices. The Academy Museum will tell complete stories of moviemaking—celebratory, educational, and sometimes critical or uncomfortable.
The Museum has been actively acquiring three-dimensional motion picture objects since 2008. Its holdings now number approximately 8,000 items representing motion-picture technology, costume design, production design, makeup and hairstyling, promotional materials and memorabilia, and awards.
For example, its Costume Department includes :
Dorothy’s ruby slippers and a munchkin soldier’s jacket from The Wizard of Oz (1939), both conceived by Adrian
Costume worn by Diana Ross as Billie Holiday in Lady Sings the Blues (1972), costume designers Norma Koch, Bob Mackie, and Ray Aghayan
Black sequin gown worn by Sônia Braga in Kiss of the Spiderwoman (1985)
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
6067 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
>https://www.academymuseum.org/en/visit
P.S. we never made it to the Opening Night (!) but the fab Lady Gaga did and was a scene-stealer with her performance
— LG (@gaga_material) September 26, 2021
