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Apr 9, 2023
Bancroft Thrilled by Best Actress Oscar
Apr. 9, 1963 - “I’m so excited — I can’t believe it!” Anne Bancroft exclaimed last night. With no advance knowledge that she was being...
Apr 9, 2023
Apr. 8, 1963 | Frank Sinatra Announces Best Original Song at 35th Academy Awards
Apr. 8, 1963 - At the 35th Academy Award ceremonies at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium tonight, Henry Mancini and Johnny Mercer...
Apr 9, 2023
“Lawrence of Arabia” Named Best Film at 35th Academy Awards
Apr. 9, 1963 - In one of the closest contests in years, “Lawrence of Arabia” was named last night the best film of 1962. In a tight race...
Feb 25, 2023
Oscar Nominees Announced
Feb. 25, 1963 - American movies swept the nominations for the 35th annual Oscar awards. However, in the acting, directing, and writing...
Apr 10, 2022
"West Side Story" Wins 10 Oscars including Best Picture
Apr. 10, 1962 - “West Side Story” overwhelmed all opposition last night to become the best picture of 1961 and win 9 other Oscars at the...
Feb 26, 2022
Oscar Nominations Announced
Feb. 26, 1962 - Nominations in the annual competition for Oscars were announced today by the Motion Picture Academy of Arts and Sciences....
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