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Film Preservationists Call on AMPAS to Rehire Laid Off Archival Staff

IndieWire
Story by Brian Welk
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Prominent film preservationists press AMPAS to rehire 16 archival staffers laid off in recent cutbacks, citing Academy's duty to safeguard cinema's legacy.
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  • Advocacy group 'Missing Movies' includes acclaimed director Mary Harron and veteran producer Ira Deutchman, lending star power to their plea.
  • AMPAS faces growing scrutiny over its commitment to film preservation as it contends with budget constraints and a shifting industry landscape.
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Mary Harron, Ira Deutchman, AMPAS, Missing Movies
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