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Showing posts with label Academy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Academy. Show all posts

Sep 9, 2019

[Answer] 3. Which song by the group Berlin from the movie "Top Gun" won the 1986 Academy Award for Best Song?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "3. Which song by the group Berlin from the movie "Top Gun" won the 1986 Academy Award for Best Song? "



...1. Take My Breath Away 2. Broken Wings 3. When the Going Gets Tough 4. Secret Lovers The Los Angeles band Berlin reached the top of the U.S. Billboard singles charts in September 1986 with the song "Take My Breath Away." This tune was featured in love scenes from the popular movie "Top Gun", starring Tom Cruise and Kelly McGillis. Lead vocalist Terri Nunn sang these lyrics: "Watchin' every motion in this foolish lover's game Haunted by the notion, somewhere there's a love in flames... Take my breath away..." "When the Going Gets Tough" was sung by Billy Ocean; "Broken Wings" was recorded by Mr. Mister; and "Secret Lovers" was a hit for Atlantic Starr.

Sep 3, 2019

[Answer] 1. Which award winning actor won an Academy Award for his role in the 1952 western "High Noon"?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "1. Which award winning actor won an Academy Award for his role in the 1952 western "High Noon"?"



...1. Jack Elam 2. Gary Cooper 3. James Dean 4. Lorne Greene Gary Cooper was one of America's favorite actors, usually playing the hero role in his movies. His quiet persona and smooth performances led to his popularity in many western movies. Born in Montana in 1901, he grew up in the real cowboy country of the early 20th century U.S. Some of his other great westerns included "The Hanging Tree" (1959), "The Virginian" (1929) and "The Plainsman" (1936).

May 7, 2019

[Answer] 4. Who won an Academy Award for the movies "Boys Don't Cry" (1999) and "Million Dollar Baby" (2004)?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. Who won an Academy Award for the movies "Boys Don't Cry" (1999) and "Million Dollar Baby" (2004)?"



...1. Lindsay Price 2. Vanessa Marcil 3. Hilary Swank 4. Tiffani Thiessen Hilary Swank was born July 30, 1974. She played Brandon Teena, a trans-gender man in "Boys Don't Cry". She played Maggie Fitzgerald, a female boxer in "Million Dollar Baby". She played Carly Reynolds on "Beverly Hills, 90210" from 1997-1998.

Apr 12, 2019

[Ans] Which film earned Cher her Academy Award for Best Actress?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which film earned Cher her Academy Award for Best Actress?"



On this day in 1988, at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, the actress and singer Cher won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in Moonstruck. Directed by Norman Jewison, the film featured Cher as a widow who falls in love with her fiance’s brother (played by Nicolas Cage). Cher remains an icon of pop culture and is one of the best-selling music artists in history. She is also the only artist to date to have a number-one single on a Billboard chart in six consecutive decades, from the 1960s to the 2010s.

[Answer] Which film earned Cher her Academy Award for Best Actress?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which film earned Cher her Academy Award for Best Actress?"



...On this day in 1988, at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, the actress and singer Cher won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in Moonstruck. Directed by Norman Jewison, the film featured Cher as a widow who falls in love with her fiance’s brother (played by Nicolas Cage). Cher remains an icon of pop culture and is one of the best-selling music artists in history. She is also the only artist to date to have a number-one single on a Billboard chart in six consecutive decades, from the 1960s to the 2010s.

Mar 29, 2019

[Ans] Who was the first African American to win a best actor Academy Award?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Who was the first African American to win a best actor Academy Award?"



Hollywood icon Sidney Poitier was the first African-American to win an Academy Award for Best Actor, receiving the honor in 1964 for his performance in 'Lilies of the Field. He continued to break ground by starring in three successful 1967 films, all of which dealt with issues involving race and race relations: To Sir, with Love; In the Heat of the Night; and Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, making him the top box-office star of that year. The acclaimed actor was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1974 and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the United States' highest civilian honor, by President Barack Obama in 2009.

[Answer] Who was the first African American to win a best actor Academy Award?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Who was the first African American to win a best actor Academy Award?"



...Hollywood icon Sidney Poitier was the first African-American to win an Academy Award for Best Actor, receiving the honor in 1964 for his performance in 'Lilies of the Field. He continued to break ground by starring in three successful 1967 films, all of which dealt with issues involving race and race relations: To Sir, with Love; In the Heat of the Night; and Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, making him the top box-office star of that year. The acclaimed actor was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1974 and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the United States' highest civilian honor, by President Barack Obama in 2009.

Mar 16, 2019

[Ans] What is the motto of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is the motto of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point?"



The United States Military Academy at West Point is a four-year coeducational federal service academy located in West Point, New York. “Duty, Honor, Country,” is the motto of the U.S. Military Academy and is imbedded in its coat of arms. On this day in 1802, Congress established The United States Military Academy for the purpose of educating and training young men in the theory and practice of military science. Located at West Point, New York, the U.S. Military Academy is often simply known as West Point.

[Answer] What is the motto of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is the motto of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point?"



...The United States Military Academy at West Point is a four-year coeducational federal service academy located in West Point, New York. “Duty, Honor, Country,” is the motto of the U.S. Military Academy and is imbedded in its coat of arms. On this day in 1802, Congress established The United States Military Academy for the purpose of educating and training young men in the theory and practice of military science. Located at West Point, New York, the U.S. Military Academy is often simply known as West Point.

Feb 27, 2019

[Ans] Which actor refused to accept the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of General Patton?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which actor refused to accept the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of General Patton?"



In 1971, George C. Scott made headlines by refusing to accept his Best Actor Oscar for his performance in the title role of Patton. Months earlier, Scott had sent a telegram to the Motion Picture Academy rejecting his nomination as best actor, citing his disapproval of the voting process and his disdain for competition among actors. His win at the award ceremony came as a shock to the audience, and led award presenter Goldie Hawn to famously announce, "Oh my God. It's George C. Scott!" Marlon Brando would do the same thing two years later, rejecting the Best Actor Oscar for The Godfather.

[Answer] Which actor refused to accept the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of General Patton?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which actor refused to accept the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of General Patton?"



...In 1971, George C. Scott made headlines by refusing to accept his Best Actor Oscar for his performance in the title role of Patton. Months earlier, Scott had sent a telegram to the Motion Picture Academy rejecting his nomination as best actor, citing his disapproval of the voting process and his disdain for competition among actors. His win at the award ceremony came as a shock to the audience, and led award presenter Goldie Hawn to famously announce, "Oh my God. It's George C. Scott!" Marlon Brando would do the same thing two years later, rejecting the Best Actor Oscar for The Godfather.

Jan 10, 2019

[Answer] 4. Who received an Academy Award (for role as Mammy in "Gone With the Wind") in 1939, the first African American to both win an Oscar and attend the Oscar ceremonies?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. Who received an Academy Award (for role as Mammy in "Gone With the Wind") in 1939, the first African American to both win an Oscar and attend the Oscar ceremonies? "



...1. Lutie Lytle 2. Nancy Allen 3. Gwendolyn Brooks 4. Hattie McDaniel The daughter of a Civil War veteran, Hattie McDaniel was born on June 10, 1895 in Wichita.

Jan 5, 2019

[Ans] What is the only G-rated movie to win the Academy Award for Best Picture?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is the only G-rated movie to win the Academy Award for Best Picture?"



The 41st Academy Awards were presented on April 14, 1969, at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, in Los Angeles. Oliver! became the first—and so far, the only G-rated film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture. Oliver! would also be the last British film to win Best Picture until Chariots of Fire in 1982 and the last movie musical to win until Chicago in 2003. The year was also notable for the first—and so far, only—tie for Best Actress. Katharine Hepburn in The Lion in Winter and Barbra Streisand in Funny Girl shared the award.

[Answer] What is the only G-rated movie to win the Academy Award for Best Picture?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is the only G-rated movie to win the Academy Award for Best Picture?"



...The 41st Academy Awards were presented on April 14, 1969, at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, in Los Angeles. Oliver! became the first—and so far, the only G-rated film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture. Oliver! would also be the last British film to win Best Picture until Chariots of Fire in 1982 and the last movie musical to win until Chicago in 2003. The year was also notable for the first—and so far, only—tie for Best Actress (or any female acting category). Katharine Hepburn in The Lion in Winter and Barbra Streisand in Funny Girl shared the award.

Dec 26, 2018

[Answer] 6. What 1997 film starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet won 11 of the 14 Academy Awards it was nominated for?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "6. What 1997 film starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet won 11 of the 14 Academy Awards it was nominated for?"



...1. My Best Friend's Wedding 2. Men in Black 3. Titanic 4. Liar Liar 'Titanic' was one of the biggest movies of 1997. The movie grossed over $1.8 billion dollars. The movie 'Titanic' took place in 1912. Two people aboard a cruise ship fell in love, but were torn apart when the ship hit an iceberg and sank, killing many people who were aboard.

Oct 31, 2018

[Answer] Who won an Academy Award for the movies "Boys Don't Cry" (1999) and "Million Dollar Baby" (2004)?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Who won an Academy Award for the movies "Boys Don't Cry" (1999) and "Million Dollar Baby" (2004)?"



...Hilary Swank was born July 30, 1974. She played Brandon Teena, a trans-gender man in "Boys Don't Cry". She played Maggie Fitzgerald, a female boxer in "Million Dollar Baby". She played Carly Reynolds on "Beverly Hills, 90210" from 1997-1998.

Aug 12, 2018

[Ans] Which film earned Robin Williams his only Academy Award?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which film earned Robin Williams his only Academy Award?"



In 1998 Robin Williams won the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his role as psychotherapist Sean Maguire in "Good Will Hunting." He had been nominated three times previously, for "Good Morning, Vietnam" (1987), "Dead Poets Society" (1989) and "The Fisher King" (1991). He also received two Emmy Awards, four Golden Globe Awards, two Screen Actors Guild Awards and five Grammy Awards. On this day in 2014, Williams committed suicide at his home in Paradise Cay, California, at the age of 63. His wife attributed his suicide to Williams' struggle with Lewy body disease.

Jul 28, 2017

[Ans] How much does an Academy Award Oscar statuette weigh?


Step 1 : Introduction to the question "How much does an Academy Award Oscar statuette weigh?"



The Academy Awards, now known officially as The Oscars, is a set of twenty-four awards for artistic and technical merit in the American film industry, given annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), to recognize excellence in cinematic achievements as assessed by the Academy's voting membership.