The Academy and the Award - The Coming of Age of Oscar and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has never been fully understood, but Bruce Davis, executive director for over twenty years, has written a revealing and compelling story of its creation and development. This book fills a crucial gap in Hollywood history.

Format: Hardback
Length: 512 pages
Publication date: 06 October 2022
Publisher: Brandeis University Press

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the organization behind the prestigious Academy Awards, has remained largely unknown and misunderstood. Despite the intense focus on the awards each year, there has been a lack of comprehensive accounts of the Academy's birth and its formative years. Until now, external reports on these periods have often been brief and cursory. However, the story of the Academy's creation and development is a vital part of Hollywood's history.

In an unprecedented move, Bruce Davis, the executive director of the Academy for over two decades, was granted exclusive access to its archives. The result is a revealing and captivating narrative that delves into the lives and contributions of the men and women who shaped one of the most renowned organizations in the world. Davis offers an intimate perspective of the Academy's operations, awards, and renowned membership, providing a thorough and long-overdue account of its history.

The Academy and the Award fills a crucial gap in Hollywood history, shedding light on the behind-the-scenes workings and personalities that have contributed to the Academy's success. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the entertainment industry, film history, or the power of storytelling.

Weight: 830g
Dimension: 175 x 238 x 69 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781684581191