PORTALBERITA.CO.ID - The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the recipients of its prestigious honorary Oscars for this year, recognizing significant lifetime contributions to cinema. Veteran actress Glenn Close and acclaimed director Ridley Scott headline the list of honorees set to be celebrated at the upcoming Governors Awards ceremony.
This recognition arrives for both Close and Scott despite their illustrious careers having never secured a competitive Academy Award win. Close holds eight career nominations, while Scott has earned four nominations across various categories throughout his tenure in filmmaking.
The formal presentation of these accolades is scheduled to take place during the official Governors Awards ceremony on November 15. They will be joined in recognition by pioneering animator Floyd Norman and accomplished producers Christine Vachon and Pamela Koffler.
The Academy issued a statement officially recognizing the group’s profound impact on the industry. "The Academy is honoring five remarkable individuals whose groundbreaking work has forever shaped the art of film-making," the organization remarked.
Glenn Close, known for demanding roles in films like Fatal Attraction and Dangerous Liaisons, was specifically highlighted for her acting prowess. The Academy lauded her as an actor possessing "an unparalleled emotional range" who has successfully embodied some of the most intricate characters in movie history.
Audiences are anticipating Close’s next appearance later this year in the forthcoming feature film The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. This upcoming project will add to her already storied career trajectory.
Ridley Scott, the visionary director behind cinematic landmarks such as Thelma & Louise and Gladiator, was similarly celebrated for his long-standing influence. The organization praised him as "a true visionary whose decades-long legacy has left an immeasurable impact on global cinema and culture."
Scott's latest directorial effort, a post-apocalyptic thriller titled The Dog Stars, is scheduled to hit theaters in August, providing a contemporary addition to his extensive filmography.
Animation veteran Floyd Norman, aged 90, received recognition for his uncredited contributions to classic Disney features like Sleeping Beauty and his later work on modern titles like Monsters Inc. The Academy commended him, noting that he has "inspired generations of artists over his remarkable career" as the first Black animator hired by Disney.
