British Academy Film AwardsThe British Academy Film Awards (the BAFTAs or BAFTA Awards; officially the EEBritish Academy Film Awards since 2013) is an annual film award show hosted by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) to honour the best British and international film contributions. The ceremony was first held in London at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square Cinema, then the Royal Opera House from 2007 to 2016.
Film scoreA film score is original music specifically written to accompany a film or a television program. The score constitutes a number of orchestral, instrumental, or choral pieces called cues that are timed to begin and end at certain moments during the film to enhance the dramatic narrative and emotional impact of scenes.
The Shawshank Redemption1994 film by Frank DarabontThe Shawshank Redemption is a 1994 American drama film written and directed by Frank Darabont, based on the 1982 Stephen King novella Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption. The film tells the story of banker Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins), who is sentenced to life in Shawshank State Penitentiary for the murders of his wife and her lover, despite his claims of innocence.
Little Women (1994 film)Little Women is a 1994 American coming-of-agehistorical drama film directed by Gillian Armstrong. The screenplay by Robin Swicord is based on Louisa May Alcott's 1868–69 two-volume novel of the same title, the fifth feature film adaptation of the classic story. After a limited release on December 25, 1994, it was released nationwide four days later by Columbia Pictures. It received critical acclaim and grossed $95 million worldwide.
Emmy AwardsThe Emmy Awards, or Emmys, are an extensive range of awards for artistic and technical merit for the television industry. A number of annual Emmy Award ceremonies are held throughout the year, each with their own set of rules and award categories. The two events that receive the most media coverage are the Primetime Emmy Awards and the Daytime Emmy Awards, which recognize outstanding work in American primetime and daytime entertainment programming, respectively.
The Player (1992 film)The Player is a 1992 American satiricalblack comedyneo-noirmystery film directed by Robert Altman and written by Michael Tolkin, based on his 1988 novel. The film stars Tim Robbins, Greta Scacchi, Fred Ward, Whoopi Goldberg, Peter Gallagher, Brion James and Cynthia Stevenson, and is the story of a Hollywoodfilm studio executive who kills an aspiring screenwriter he believes is sending him death threats.
ComposerA composer is a person who writes music. The term is especially used to indicate composers of Western classical music, or those who are composers by occupation. Many composers are, or were, also skilled performers of music. Etymology and definitionThe term is descended from Latin, ; literally "one who puts together".
The Green Mile (film)The Green Mile is a 1999 American fantasydrama film written and directed by Frank Darabont and based on the 1996 novel by Stephen King. It stars Tom Hanks as a death row correctional officer during the Great Depression who witnesses supernatural events following the arrival of an enigmatic convict (Michael Clarke Duncan) at his facility. The Green Mile was released by Warner Bros.
Meet Joe BlackMeet Joe Black is a 1998 American romantic fantasydrama film directed and produced by Martin Brest, from a screenplay by Bo Goldman, Kevin Wade, Ron Osborn, and Jeff Reno. It stars Brad Pitt, Anthony Hopkins, and Claire Forlani, and is based on the 1934 film Death Takes a Holiday. The story follows media mogul Bill Parrish, who is approached by Death shortly before his 65th birthday.American Beauty (1999 film)American Beauty is a 1999 American black comedy and psychological drama film directed by Sam Mendes in his feature-film directorial debut, and written by Alan Ball. Kevin Spacey stars as Lester Burnham, an advertising executive who experiences a midlife crisis after becoming infatuated with his daughter’s teenage best friend, played by Mena Suvari. Annette Bening stars as Lester's materialistic wife, Carolyn, and Thora Birch plays their insecure daughter, Jane.
Grammy AwardsAmerican award for achievements in musicThe Grammy Awards, stylized as GRAMMY, and often referred to as the Grammys, are awards presented by the Recording Academy of the United States to recognize outstanding achievements in music.
Academy AwardsThe Academy Awards, more commonly known as the Oscars, are awards based on artistic and technical merit in film. They are presented annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) in the United States in recognition of excellence in cinematic achievements around the world, as assessed by the Academy's voting membership.*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.