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    Writers Guild Nominations Include “The Big Short,” “Spotlight,” “Straight Outta Compton,” “Trainwreck”

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    LOS ANGELES (AP) --

    “Spotlight” is dominating awards season, but the Writers Guild has recognized a diverse slate of films, including “Trainwreck” and “Straight Outta Compton.”

    The organization on Wednesday announced its selections for the best in original and adapted screenplays.

    Nominated for original screenplay are Amy Schumer for her bawdy comedy “Trainwreck,” Jonathan Herman and Andrea Berloff for the N.W.A. biopic “Straight Outta Compton,” Josh Singer and Tom McCarthy for “Spotlight,” Taylor Sheridan for “Sicario,” and Matt Charman, Ethan Coen and Joel Coen for “Bridge of Spies.”

    Those vying for best adapted screenplay are Aaron Sorkin for “Steve Jobs,” Phyllis Nagy for “Carol,” Drew Goddard for “The Martian,” John McNamara for “Trumbo,” and Charles Randolph and Adam McKay for “The Big Short.”

    Winners will be announced at concurrent ceremonies in Los Angeles and New York City on Feb. 13.

    Here’s a rundown of 2016 Writers Guild Awards screenplay nominations:

    ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY
    Bridge of Spies, Written by Matt Charman and Ethan Coen & Joel Coen; DreamWorks Pictures

    Sicario, Written by Taylor Sheridan; Lionsgate

    Spotlight, Written by Josh Singer & Tom McCarthy; Open Road Films

    Straight Outta Compton, Screenplay by Jonathan Herman and Andrea Berloff; Story by S. Leigh Savidge & Alan Wenkus and Andrea Berloff; Universal Pictures

    Trainwreck, Written by Amy Schumer; Universal Pictures

    ADAPTED SCREENPLAY
    The Big Short, Screenplay by Charles Randolph and Adam McKay; Based on the Book by Michael Lewis; Paramount Pictures

    Carol, Screenplay by Phyllis Nagy; Based on the Novel The Price of Salt by Patricia Highsmith; The Weinstein Company

    The Martian, Screenplay by Drew Goddard; Based on the Novel by Andy Weir; Twentieth Century Fox

    Steve Jobs, Screenplay by Aaron Sorkin; Based on the Book by Walter Isaacson; Universal Pictures

    Trumbo, Written by John McNamara; Based on the Biography by Bruce Cook; Bleecker Street Media

    DOCUMENTARY SCREENPLAY
    Being Canadian, Written by Robert Cohen; Candy Factory Films

    Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief, Written by Alex Gibney; HBO Documentary Films

    Kurt Cobain: Montage of Heck, Written by Brett Morgen; HBO Documentary Films

    Prophet’s Prey, Written by Amy J. Berg; Showtime Documentary Films

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    Producers Douglas Wick and Lucy Fisher To Receive Harold Lloyd Award From The Advanced Imaging Society

    Saturday, December 21, 2024

    Producers Douglas Wick and Lucy Fisher will be presented with the 2025 Harold Lloyd Award in recognition of their producing achievement in creating Gladiator II at The Advanced Imaging Society’s (AIS) 15th annual Lumiere Awards luncheon, which takes place Friday, February 7, 2025, at the Beverly Hills Hotel.

    Empowering their storytelling with groundbreaking technology and skill, Wick and Fisher have thrilled audiences and driven the film industry forward for three decades. Their steadfast dedication to the highest standards of cinematic excellence have resulted in epic films, including Memoirs of a Geisha, The Great Gatsby, the Stuart Little franchise, the Divergent Series and both Gladiator films. The first Gladiator earned Wick an Academy Award® for Best Picture. In light of their consistent and distinguished contributions over the years, as exemplified by this year’s Gladiator II, the Advanced Imaging Society wished to recognize the team with this year’s esteemed Harold Lloyd Award.

    “Doug Wick and Lucy Fisher of Red Wagon Entertainment have revolutionized modern filmmaking with their bold storytelling and ability to elevate large-scale productions to epic levels,” remarked Jim Chabin, AIS president. “Their work has not only captivated audiences but also redefined filmmaking standards, leaving an indelible mark on the art of cinema. At AIS. we deeply admire their visionary contributions and enduring influence on the film industry.”

    Suzanne Lloyd, granddaughter of the late, great Harold Lloyd, remarked, “Doug’s artistic vision and Lucy’s dynamic leadership have brought authenticity, beauty and profound emotion to some of our favorite epic films. Together, they are a... Read More

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