Veteran Filam Take Top Posts For Oscars

Over the weekend, Hollywood was free to make predictions about changes Dawn Hudson could lead to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, but she told Daily Variety, it was "too early to say what my plans are."
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"When I started, it really will be a lot of information gathering, as I did not insiders Academy," she said.
From June 1, she will be one of the ultimate insiders Academy. Shortly before midnight on Thursday, org sent a release saying that the cylinder of independent films will become the general director, and Rick Robertson has been tapped chief operating officer.
Hudson says that her employment is in addition to independent films and his work for many years.
Referring to scholarships and film programs, she said:. "Both organizations provide similar services, and I can not imagine there are a lot of crossover in programs that Film Independent and Nutrition Academy, and that may have played a role in addressing the
On Friday, Robertson sounded upbeat, praising Hudson and the concept of mixing his nearly 30 years of experience at the Academy of fresh eyes Hudson and energy.
"As a candidate for the top job himself, I was disappointed when I heard inititally recommendations did not go this way. But in a conversation with Dawn, Tom (Sherak) and a number of governors, I became very excited and enthusiastic, this partnership and I think that it would be the right decision as we move forward Academy.
Hudson replaces former Exec Director Bruce Davis, who announced his retirement last October after 20 years in office. Hiring committee of a half-dozen AMPAS Governors interview finalists during the Feb. 27 ceremony, Oscar. The Committee made its recommendations a few weeks ago, the Council decided on Thursday night.
Hudson was Exec film director's independence in 1991 and says that, as she finishes her term, her focus is now still in the film Independent. There, Hudson earned a reputation as smart, tough leader.
Robertson brings a deep knowledge of the Academy and Hollywood politics, and sources said the hiring committee, and ultimately council liked the yin-yang of their strengths.
Hiring committee consisted Academy Rector Sherak and governors Annette Bening, James L. Brooks, Sid Ganis, Hawk Koch and Phil Robinson.
Robertson will report to the Hudson, these newly created posts. Duet will not officially begin until June