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The ACCS 'China Oscar Night Gala' Hosts an International Extravaganza for Dignitaries, Hollywood Celebrities and VIPs

The American-Chinese CEO Society (ACCS), a highly respected non-profit organization of CEO's from high-profile US and Chinese companies, announced their annual 'Chinese Oscar Night Gala and Award Ceremony.' The Chinese Oscar Night Gala and Award Ceremony is a multi-cultural celebration and Oscar-viewing awards dinner taking place Sunday evening, March 4th, at the chic Sofitel Hotel in Beverly Hills. The ACCS, an esteemed business networking organization headquartered in Los Angeles, Shanghai and Beijing, is dedicated to connecting US and Chinese business leaders to help foster international business deals, investments and trade. They have worked for years to promote valuable economic exchanges between the US and China, and to foster trust and enhanced communication between their many members from different nations. To better serve their members in the entertainment industry and promote international film and television co-production, the ACCS China Oscar Night Gala will bring together US and Chinese dignitaries, film industry professionals, Hollywood celebrities and VIP's for an extravaganza of sight, sound, and high society. Invitees and Honorees include: Former Disney Chairman, Dick Cook, Hollywood producers Arthur Sarkissian, Andre Morgan, and Julia Pierrepont III, 20th Century Fox's Head of Production, Xian Lee, noted Chinese producer Leo Liu, talented Hollywood stars, Viggo Mortensen, Channing Tatum, and Michelle Rodriguez, as well as famed Chinese director/producer Qiankuan Li, Chairman Emeritus of China Film Association, President of China Film Foundation; You Xiaogang, China top tier movie and TV director and producer who won nearly 100 awards from inside and out of China; Guiyun Xiao, the only female winner of Golden Rooster "Best Director Award" in China; Zhang Jizhong, one of the most famous Chinese film producer, director and writer; famous Chinese movie star Heidi Wong; together with Tang Guoqiang, the multiple awards winning actor who is the all-time first choice for emperors in Chinese movies; and many more. Highlights of the sumptuous dinner will include: ACCS awards, a high fashion runway show, gifted Chinese performers, talented American musicians, and a fun, DJ dance after-party to cap off this special event. An informative film co-production panel discussion and script pitch fest will take place earlier in the day to promote US-China co-productions, with a cash award to the winning pitch. The evening will be sponsored in part by American Airlines and high-end retailer, South Coast Plaza. Sponsorships, group tickets and press kits are available through the ACCS at: www.American-ChineseCEO.org or email Kathy for more information at: kathyaccs@gmail.com or call 1-714-715-7318
8th Annual Burbank International Film Festival Announces Record-Breaking Film Schedule

The Burbank International Film Festival is pleased to present a record-breaking 140 films including 22 from outside the US, and 12 world premieres at the Burbank AMC 16 in Downtown Burbank from Wednesday, September 7th, through Sunday, September 11th, 2016. For tickets, festival passes, special hotel rates please visit www.burbankfilmfest.org.
Entertainment Exec Joins Cinemark Board

Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CNK), a leading motion picture exhibitor, announced today that Mark Zoradi has been elected to the Board of Cinemark Holdings, Inc., effective June 4, 2015. Mr. Zoradi was elected to fill the vacancy created by the departure of Mr. Peter Ezersky and shall serve the remainder of Mr. Ezersky's term as a member of the Class II directors.
Cheryl Boone Isaacs Re-Elected President of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

Cheryl Boone Isaacs was re-elected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Tuesday night (August 5) by the organization's Board of Governors.
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Elects 2014â€"15 Board of Governors

Five first-time governors have been elected to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Board of Governors. In addition, eight incumbents have been reelected and four previous governors are returning to the Board.
Academy Announces Election of 5 First-Time Governors to Board

Five first-time governors have been elected to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Board of Governors. In addition, eight incumbents have been reelected and four previous governors are returning to the Board.
Academy Names 2013â€"2014 Board of Governors

Ten first-time governors have been elected to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Board of Governors. In addition, eight incumbents have been reelected and one previous governor is returning to the board.
Time Warner & the Smithsonian to Welcome '42' Star Chadwick Boseman

Time Warner Inc. and Smithsonian's National Museum of American History will celebrate Jackie Robinson Day by hosting a special screening of Warner Bros. Pictures' and Legendary Pictures' new film "42."
Photo Coverage: The National Multiple Sclerosis Society's 36th annual dinner in Los Angeles

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society's 36th annual dinner of Champions at the Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles on September 27, 2010.
Photo Flash: Disney's Inaugural D23 Convention

The ultimate Disney fan experience is connecting guests with The Walt Disney Company in exciting new ways, from September 10-13, 2009 at the Anaheim Convention Center just across the street from Disneyland! Guests will enjoy exhibits, screenings, presentations and interactive experiences from every part of The Walt Disney Company.
Photo Flash: High School Musical Tour Opening Night

The premiere engagement of the national tour of Disney's High School Musical opened at Chicago's LaSalle Bank Theatre on Wednesday, August 1.
Anika Noni Rose to Voice 'The Frog Princess' for Disney

Anika Noni Rose has signed on to provide the voice of the title character in the upcoming Disney animated feature The Frog Princess.
Upcoming Animated Musical has First Black Disney Princess

In a new animated fairy tale, the Walt Disney Company will make history by introducing its first black princess in a movie, according to CNN.com.
Elton John Among Winners of Disney Legends Awards

The Walt Disney Company will honor legendary songwriter Sir Elton John, as well as 11 additional inductees, with the prestigious Disney Legends Award during a ceremony at The Walt Disney Company headquarters on Monday, October 9, at 4:00 p.m

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