The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced a new global award to celebrate moviegoing and the traditional theatrical experience. The Academy Marquee Theater List is designed to recognize the most remarkable movie theaters around the world and honor the best in exhibition, celebrating theaters that provide “exceptional audience experiences, preserve cinematic history and serve as cultural anchors in their communities.”
50 theaters will be selected for the first Marquee Theater List in the spring of 2027, including 25 theaters from the United States and 25 international theaters. A committee of Academy members across all branches will select the movie theaters, which will be approved by the Academy’s Board of Governors.
Eligible movie theaters must be brick-and-mortar theaters that operate year-round. A maximum of 10 theaters operated by the same theater chain or owner may be submitted in a single submission cycle.
The evaluation criteria for the movie theaters is as follows: community engagement; visual and audio presentation; programming; diversity, inclusion and accessibility; historic significance and preservation; theater design, lighting and conditions; and concessions.
The application is available now. For more information, visit Oscars.org.
Monday, June 1
James Cameron’s Lightstorm Vision Acquires 3D Camera Manufacturer Stereotec
Stereotec, a manufacturer of precision 3D camera rigs, has been acquired by James Cameron’s Lightstorm Vision, the world’s leading developer of integrated 3D production technology. Stereotec creates the equipment “used on some of the most ambitious stereoscopic productions of the past decade,” per the company.
Stereotec’s rigs captured “Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D),” Ang Lee’s “Gemini Man,” “Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk,” the IR-3D rig on “Dune: Part Two” and other Immersive titles for Meta Quest and Apple Vision Pro. For its work in stereoscopic 3D, Stereotec has been awarded twelve Lumiere Awards from the Advanced Imaging Society.
“Florian (Dr Maier) and I share a vision for the 3D future, like brothers from another mother. We intend to manifest that vision together through rapid advancement in technology over the next few years. We are both innovators at heart, and take joy in pushing the tech to create beautiful, transformative 3D experiences. As stereoscopic 3D expands in all entertainment media, including sports, music, streaming, and movies, we will remain at the cutting edge and hold the lead as the go-to brand for highest quality and efficient production,” said Cameron in a statement.
