The New York Production Alliance (NYPA) added four seats to its board, bringing the total to 25. Starting as 07-’08 members are: John Held, former executive director of the AICE; Benji Whitehouse of Axium International; Elias Scoropanos of HSBC Bank USA, N.A.; and Terry Lawler of New York Women In Film and Television. Starting additional two-year terms are: John Amman of Local 600, Tom Liebau of Televest Daytime Programming, Burke Moody of the AICE, Lynne Twentyman of Local 161, Eileen Newman of Renew Media, Jae Je Simmons of the Screen Actors Guild and Carl Zucker of Media Services, and Anne K. Johnson. They join Jack Turney of the AICP, Roberta Reardon of the American Federation of TV and Radio Actors, Dennis Reiff of DR Reiff & Associates, Stuart Suna of Silvercup Studios, Lydia Deal Pilcher of the Producers Guild of America, John Ford of Local 52, Russ Hollander of the Directors Guild of America, Mitchell Kreigman of Wainscott Studios and Doug Steiner of Steiner Studios who start the second half of their NYPA terms along with chairman emeritus Morton Dubin.
“Dune: Part Two,” “Wicked,” “The Wild Robot” and “Shลgun” Among Lumiere Award Winners
The Advanced Imaging Society has revealed the winners of the 2025 Lumiere Awards, recognizing outstanding creative and technical achievements in its 15th annual celebration. The awards honor the artists, engineers and innovators whose work continues to push the boundaries of storytelling and cinematic technology.
While the annual Lumiere Awards luncheon was scheduled to be celebrated at the Beverly Hills Hotel, once it became clear that the devastating Los Angeles fires were affecting not only the AIS community, but impacting so many in Southern California, the decision was made to announce and deliver the awards directly to the honorees, and to forgo the luncheon celebration. The Society has honored the results of this yearโs voting body and announced the 2025 Lumiere Award winners today, Feb. 7, the eventโs originally scheduled date.
AIS President Jim Chabin said, โOur hearts go out to everyone in our community impacted by these devastating fires. In recent weeks, weโve been deeply saddened to learn of friends and colleagues who have lost their homes and irreplaceable memories. Yet, amid this hardship, we have also been inspired by the incredible generosity of our members โ opening their homes, providing resources, and rallying together in support. This unwavering spirit of unity and compassion is a testament to the strength of our industry.โ
The Lumiere Awards recognize distinguished directors and professionals in film, television, and emerging media, voted for by members of the Hollywood creative and technology community. Technological advancements expand the possibilities of storytelling, and these awards celebrate their significance for all who love film and television. โOur awards have humorously been called the Oscars for... Read More