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.