Why Aren't the Oscars Honest, Fair and Deliberate?
January, 18, 2013 9:24 am | Comments On #Awards, oscars
Recently, a reporter wanted to know my response to our film, “2016 – Obama’s America” not being nominated for an Academy Award in the Best Documentary category. It seems my answer has set off a firestorm of commentary.
Why? I suppose its because many are aware that the process by which films are honored clearly lacks fairness and balance resulting in the exclusion of films that don’t resonate with a certain agenda.
The article included some interesting points that beg to be noted. There were a total of 15 films nominated in the documentary category, and when the reporter tallied up the dollars those movies earned, it was still far below that of just one film -- ‘2016 – Obama’s America.' Yes, I understand that box-office success does not necessarily indicate quality, but it is...
Read More'Schindler's List' Producer: My Dreams for Israel and the President's Seem at Odds
September, 27, 2012 11:28 am | Comments On #2016: Obama's America, Israel, Movies, Schindler's ListMy dreams for Israel and President Obama's are seemingly at odds.
When we are long gone from this earth, most of us will be remembered for one, maybe two things we did during our lifetime. Although I cherish the thought of being remembered as a loving father, husband, brother and great American first and foremost, there will be those who will remember me as one of the producers of the films "Schindler's List" and "2016: Obama’s America."
I will always be proud of them both but I will be especially proud and treasure the night we stood before the world and accepted the Academy Award for Best Picture of 1993 for "Schindler's List."
"Schindler's List" has left an indelible mark on the conscience of men and women for it depicts the horror of man’s egregious inhumanity to man. It speaks to the...
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Gerald R. Molen is the Academy award winning producer of films such as "Schindler's List," "Jurassic Park," "Minority Report" and others. His latest film "2016: Obama's America" is in theaters now.
