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    Rachel Morrison named recipient of AFI’s Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal

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    Rachel Morrison, ASC
    LOS ANGELES --

    The American Film Institute (AFI) announced that trailblazing cinematographer Rachel Morrison, ASC (AFI Class of 2006) will receive the 2018 Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal. This honor recognizes the extraordinary creative talents of AFI Conservatory alumni who embody the qualities of filmmaker Franklin J. Schaffner: talent, taste, dedication and commitment to quality storytelling in film and television. The presentation of the Schaffner Medal will take place at the AFI Life Achievement Award Tribute to George Clooney in Hollywood on June 7.

    Morrison made history this year as the first woman ever nominated for the Academy Award® for Best Cinematography, for her work on Mudbound (2017). Morrison also broke ground as the first woman to shoot in the Marvel cinematic universe with the record-breaking blockbuster Black Panther (2018). Morrison’s body of work boasts nearly 50 credits in less than two decades–including acclaimed films Fruitvale Station (2013); Cake (2014); Dope (2015); What Happened, Miss Simone? (2015); and Confirmation (2016). She is a member of the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) and the recipient of a Primetime Emmy® Award nomination, an ASC Award nomination and a New York Film Critics Circle Award.

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    Conan O’Brien to return as Oscars host in 2027

    Tuesday, May 12, 2026
    Host Conan O'Brien appears during the Oscars in Los Angeles on March 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File)

    Conan O'Brien's era as Oscars host is becoming a trilogy. The Emmy-winner and comedian will be back to host the 99th Academy Awards in 2027, film academy leaders said Tuesday.

    O'Brien hosted the last two Oscar ceremonies to positive reviews. Earlier this year, in his opening monologue, he said he was "honored to be the last human host of the Academy Awards … Next year it's going to be a Waymo in a tux."

    He'll be surrounded by a familiar team, as well, with the return of Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan as the show's executive producers.

    Film academy leaders Bill Kramer and Lynette Howell Taylor said in a joint statement, "They are an incredible team and have produced such captivating, entertaining and heartfelt shows over the last two years," adding that they're looking forward to "Conan superbly leading the celebration with his brilliance and humor."

    After several years of ratings increases, including a post-pandemic high of 19.7 million viewers who tuned in for O'Brien's inaugural year as host, when "Anora" swept the awards, the show took a dip in viewership this year, when "One Battle After Another" was crowned best picture. Engagement for the Oscars rose by other metrics, though. Social media engagement during the broadcast went up by over 42% this year.

    "Conan has created remarkable energy around 'The Oscars,'" Craig Erwich, the president of Disney's Television Group, said in a statement. "His singular comedic voice makes Hollywood's biggest night one of the most entertaining celebrations of the year. We're proud to welcome him back and look forward to what he and the producing team deliver next."

    The 99th Oscars will be broadcast live on ABC from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday, March 14, 2027. It will be the... Read More

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