National Board of Review 2016 Awards Gala Date is Set

Posted on May 23, 2016 by nbr_admin

THE NATIONAL BOARD OF REVIEW SETS ANNUAL AWARDS GALA FOR WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4, 2017

New York, NY (May 23, 2016) – The National Board of Review announced today that the organization will host its annual film awards gala on Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City. Willie Geist has been confirmed to return as host.

“The NBR is thrilled to welcome Willie back to our annual celebration,” said NBR President Annie Schulhof. “He has truly become a part of the NBR family as has Cipriani 42nd Street, our home for more than decade. We look forward to an exciting evening honoring the exceptional films being released this year.”

The National Board of Review’s awards celebrate excellence in filmmaking with categories that include Best Picture, Best Director, Best Performances, Best Ensemble, Breakthrough Performances, Directorial Debut and Spotlight Award as well as signature honors such as the William K. Everson Award for Film History, Freedom of Expression, and Special Achievement in Filmmaking.

The recipients to be honored at the 2017 gala will be announced later this year, exact date TBD.

ABOUT THE NATIONAL BOARD OF REVIEW
For 107 years, the National Board of Review has dedicated its efforts to the support of cinema as both art and entertainment. Each year, this select group of film enthusiasts, filmmakers, professionals, academics and students of varying ages and backgrounds watches over 250 films and participates in illuminating discussions with directors, actors, producers and screenwriters before announcing their selections for the best work of the year in early December prior to an annual ceremony in January. Since first citing year-end cinematic achievements in 1929, NBR has recognized a vast selection of outstanding studio, independent, foreign-language, animated and documentary films, often propelling recipients such as George Miller’s visionary 2015 Best Film winner MAD MAX: FURY ROAD into the larger awards conversation. NBR also stands out as the only film organization that bestows an annual film history award in honor of former member and film historian William K. Everson. In addition, one of the organization’s core values is identifying new talent and nurturing young filmmakers by awarding promising talent with ‘Directorial Debut’ and ‘Breakthrough Actor’ awards as well as grants to rising film students and by facilitating community outreach through the support of organizations such as The Ghetto Film School, Reel Works Teen Filmmaking, and Educational Video Center. With its continued efforts to assist up-and-coming artists in completing and presenting their work, NBR honors its commitment to not just identifying the best that current cinema has to offer, but also ensuring the quality of films for future generations to come.

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National Board of Review 2015 Winners Announcement and Awards Gala Dates are Set

Posted on April 16, 2015 by nbr_admin

The National Board of Review will announce 2015 Award Winners on Tuesday, December 1st, 2015

Annual Awards Gala will be held Tuesday, January 5th, 2016

New York, NY (April 16, 2015) – The National Board of Review announced today that they will unveil their 2015 award winners on Tuesday, December 1st, 2015 and will host their annual awards gala on Tuesday, January 5th, 2016, at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City.

“We are thrilled to welcome back last year’s host, NBC’s Willie Geist,” said NBR President Annie Schulhof. “This also marks our tenth year at Cipriani 42nd Street and we look forward to continuing this tradition.”

The National Board of Review’s awards celebrate excellence in filmmaking with categories that include Best Picture, Best Director, Best Performances, Best Ensemble, Breakthrough Performance, Directorial Debut and Spotlight Award as well as signature honors such as the William K. Everson Award for Film History, Freedom of Expression, and Special Achievement in Filmmaking.

For 106 years, the National Board of Review has dedicated its efforts to the support of domestic and foreign cinema as both art and entertainment. Each year, over 250 films (studio, independent, foreign-language, animated, and documentary) are viewed by this select group of film enthusiasts, filmmakers, professionals, academics, and students. These screenings are frequently followed by in-depth discussions with directors, actors, producers, and screenwriters. One of the NBR’s core values is their belief in nurturing new and up-and-coming filmmakers by awarding grants to promising film students and facilitating community outreach to The Children’s Aid Society, The Ghetto Film School, Reel Works Teen Filmmaking, and Educational Video Center.

Join the conversation @NBRfilm

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Lara Spencer to Host Annual Awards Gala on Tuesday, January 7th, 2014

Posted on October 17, 2013 by nbr_admin

New York, NY (October 16, 2013) – The National Board of Review announced today that Lara Spencer will host their annual Awards Gala, taking place on Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City. This year, the NBR will announce their award winners on Wednesday, December 4, 2013.

“We are excited Lara will host this year’s Gala,” said Annie Schulhof, NBR President. “Her rich background in the entertainment industry and passion for all things media makes her the perfect host for the evening.”

Lara Spencer is one of the co-anchors for ABC’s “Good Morning America” and is the author of “I Brake for Yard Sales,” a New York Times bestseller about interior design from Abrams Books. Her love of design led her to create and executive produce the series “Flea Market Flip” for HGTV, which begins its third season this spring. Spencer is a mom of two children and lives in Connecticut. She follows in the footsteps of previous Gala hosts including Meredith Vieira, Natalie Morales, Whoopi Goldberg, Paul Reiser and Jesse L. Martin.

“It is such an honor to be hosting this year’s NBR Gala,” said Spencer. “I look forward to collaborating with Annie and the rest of the team over the next few months as we prepare for what will be an amazing evening of recognizing the year’s best in film.”

The National Board of Review also will recognize George Stevens, Jr. with the William K. Everson Award for Film History. An award-winning film and television writer, director, producer, founder of the American Film Institute and co-creator of The Kennedy Center Honors, Mr. Stevens has created a legacy spanning 50 years in the entertainment industry.

For over 104 years, the National Board of Review has dedicated its efforts to the support of domestic and foreign cinema as both art and entertainment. Each year, over 250 films (studio, independent, foreign- language, animated and documentary) are viewed by this select group of film enthusiasts, filmmakers, professionals, academics and students. These screenings are frequently followed by in-depth discussions with directors, actors, producers, and screenwriters. One of the NBR’s core values is their belief in nurturing new and up-and-coming filmmakers by awarding grants to promising film students and facilitating community outreach to The Children’s Aid Society, The Ghetto Film School, Reel Works Teen Filmmaking, and Educational Video Center. Last year the NBR awarded grants to 20 filmmakers.

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National Board of Review Announces 2014 Gala Date

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Objective Subject

The National Board of Review Annual Awards Gala is set for Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at Cipriani 42nd Street

New York, NY (April 22, 2013) – The National Board of Review announced today that their annual awards gala will be held on Tuesday, January 7, 2014, at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City.

“There are so many exciting films being released this year by both established and up-and-coming filmmakers,” said NBR President Annie Schulhof. “From the biggest blockbuster to the most intimate independent film, we can’t wait to watch these diverse stories unfold and to share and celebrate these experiences together during our awards gala at Cipriani.”

The National Board of Review’s annual awards gala honors and celebrates the year’s best achievements in filmmaking with categories that include Best Picture, Best Director, Best Performances, Best Ensemble, Breakthrough Performance and Spotlight award as well as signature awards such as the William K. Everson Award for Film History, Freedom of Expression and Special Achievement in Filmmaking awards.

For over 104 years the National Board of Review has dedicated its efforts to the support of domestic and foreign cinema as both art and entertainment. Each year, over 250 films (studio, independent, foreign-language, animated and documentary) are viewed by this select group of film enthusiasts, filmmakers, professionals, academics and students. These screenings are frequently followed by in-depth discussions with directors, actors, producers, and screenwriters. One of the NBR’s core values is their belief in nurturing new and up-and-coming filmmakers by awarding grants to promising film students and facilitating community outreach to The Children’s Aid Society, The Ghetto Film School, Reel Works Teen Filmmaking, and Educational Video Center.

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PMK*BNC
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Lee Meltzer
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