The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) is a professional honorary organization dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of motion pictures. The Academy's corporate management and general policies are overseen by a Board of Governors, which includes representatives from each of the craft branches.
The Academy is composed of over 6,000 motion picture professionals. While the great majority of its members are based in t...
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Awards presented:
Date founded:
- May 11, 1927
Award categories presented:
- Academy Award for Best Picture ,
- Academy Award for Actor in a Leading Role ,
- Academy Award for Actor in a Supporting Role ,
- Academy Award for Sound Mixing ,
- Academy Award for Makeup ,
- Academy Award for Best Director ,
- Academy Award for Actress in a Leading Role ,
- Academy Award for Best Original Song ,
- Academy Award for Best Cinematography ,
- Academy Award for Film Editing
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- AMPAS
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