AMERICAN FILM INSTITUTE NATIONAL COUNCIL Championing the art of the moving image

1 The American Film Institute champions the “The stuff that dreams are made of…” future of the moving image as an art form. AFI was established to preserve and celebrate our nation’s proud film heritage and to ensure that excellence endures We believe in the in this American art form. Over half a century later, we revolutionary power of believe in the revolutionary power of film to bring us together as a nation — as a world — and we forge forward with an visual storytelling to ongoing mission to educate and inspire. share perspectives, And we do it with the support of people like you. inspire empathy and That’s where the AFI National Council comes in — a group that stands tall and proud in the motion picture community, drive culture forward. leading by example through advocacy, influence and a unique alchemy of time, energy and financial support.

With a membership that includes passionate film-lovers — like you — the National Council is vital to the success of AFI’s mission. It is my personal hope that you will accept this invitation to join these leaders who believe in the importance of America’s art form and wish to make a difference.

Sincerely,

Kathleen Kennedy President, Lucasfilm Ltd. Chair, AFI Board of Trustees

2 1 “Art is a nation’s most precious heritage. For it is in our works of art that we reveal to ourselves, and to

others, the inner vision which guides Established in 1965, the American Film Institute fulfills the nation’s enduring promise to

us as a nation.” educate and inspire artists and audiences through the motion picture art form.

PRESIDENT LYNDON B. JOHNSON AFI is the standard-bearer in preserving and sharing America’s cultural heritage on film Establishing the American Film Institute in the White House Rose Garden and advancing the art form for future generations. September 29, 1965

2 3 ““ INSPIRE

AFI is dedicated to ensuring that

America’s rich cultural heritage

in visual storytelling is preserved Spike Lee presents the 47th AFI Life Achievement Award to Denzel Washington. and shared for audiences. From

crucial initiatives that discover and AFI FEST PRESENTED BY AUDI restore lost or damaged films, to showcases world premieres of top new films in the heart of Hollywood, while providing opportunities for the AFI Catalog that highlights the audiences to hear directly from filmmakers. importance of recording film history, AFI DOCS to film festivals that celebrate and screens non-fiction films to audiences and policy makers in Washington DC — bringing powerful, true support a multitude of artists and stories to life on film. their innovative work — AFI is unique AFI LIFE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD in its service to artists, scholars, is America’s highest honor for a career in film and provides an opportunity for leading philanthropists to educators and audiences. come face to face with iconic storytellers.

Mahershala Ali and Viggo Mortensen attend AFI FEST to screen their Academy Award®-winning film, GREEN BOOK. 4 5 THE AFI CONSERVATORY TUITION-FREE WORKSHOPS EDUCATE is the hub of the Institute’s work to nurture new AFI is also a leader in advancing diversity and voices. AFI offers an MFA in six disciplines — inclusion in the film and television communities Excellence in storytelling is at the core Cinematography, Directing, Editing, Producing, through landmark initiatives, such as the AFI Production Design and Screenwriting — where Fellows Directing Workshop for Women (DWW). Since of AFI’s work to nurture new voices study with master storytellers and impact culture far 1974, the DWW has paved the way by training and wide. women as trailblazing leaders across the industry. and educate future generations of An example of alumni success in the last five years…. Other AFI programs that champion filmmakers. Through young filmmaker Academy Awards® 11 Nominations 2 Wins underrepresented voices, include the Young Women in Film Intensive and the Cinematography education, targeted initiatives to support Student Academy Awards® 10 Nominations 7 Wins Intensive for Women, as well as archival and underrepresented communities and curated cataloging initiatives that reveal the true scope of Emmy Awards ® 98 Nominations 13 Wins America’s film heritage. public programs, AFI provides the tools to Golden Globes ® 18 Nominations 4 Wins educate tomorrow’s storytellers today.

Major Festivals 317 Alumni on 204 films AFI DOCS, AFI FEST, Berlin, Cannes, London, New York, Sundance, SXSW, Telluride, Toronto, Tribeca and Venice

6 7 THE AFI EFFECT

AFI is the cradle of the motion

picture art form in America —

past, present and future.

For over 50 years, AFI has been the standard-bearer for film history and preservation. AFI has cultivated groundbreaking storytellers whose collected work and vision has transformed the art of the motion picture. Today, AFI is the home and training ground for the next generation of filmmakers, where master storytellers come to share their words and wisdom to ensure that excellence in this American art form thrives.

MORE THAN 353 FILMMAKERS AFI FELLOWS DOMINATE THE 2019 STUDENT ACADEMY AWARDS® WITH 37,000 FILMS PRESERVED RECEIVE WORLD-CLASS TRAINING AND MENTORSHIP FROM 5 OUT OF 7 NOMINATIONS 8 IN THE AFI COLLECTION AT THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS LEADING FILMMAKERS AT THE AFI CONSERVATORY EACH YEAR IN THE NARRATIVE FILM CATEGORY9 ABOUT NATIONAL COUNCIL Established in 2011 by the AFI Board of Trustees, the National Council is an essential component of AFI’s philanthropic community. Made up of a diverse group of ambassadors who actively support AFI’s mission, Council members help build a network of friends who understand the power of film and believe in the ideals that AFI represents. Council members are committed leaders who:

• Believe in the power of film to inspire and educate

• Invest time and resources to help achieve AFI’s mission

• Contribute insights and ideas to the national conversation about the motion picture art form

National Council members are vital to AFI’s success because they do the essential work that helps propel AFI’s mission forward. To date, National Council members have generously donated and raised over $6MM.

National Council members gather for a special evening with Leonard Maltin and Richard M. Sherman. 10 11 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES National Council members are vital to AFI’s success — shaping AFI’s future through active engagement, strategic leadership and philanthropy.

Council members:

• Attend bi-annual business meetings

• Connect AFI with others who may help advance AFI’s mission

• Advise on pressing issues and matters of importance

• Engage in and support key AFI fundraising events

“As a National Council member, I’m part of a circle of leaders that advises the Board and senior management to help AFI realize its mission. It is a great privilege to participate in impactful ways to ensure that this incredible art form is cherished and excellence achieved.”

Brad Anderson National Council, Member Retired CEO, Best Buy Co., Inc.

Each year, National Council members attend business meetings that help further AFI’s mission. 12 13 OPPORTUNITIES TO ENGAGE • Each year, two summits convene the National Council. At each summit, Council members participate in business meetings and signature events, including AFI FEST and the AFI Life Achievement Award.

• Council members receive exclusive invitations throughout the year to attend educational and celebratory events.

• Council members are also invited to help expand AFI’s network by identifying new advocates and potential funding partners by hosting events and facilitating introductions.

“As a National Council member, I’m able to support AFI and participate in meaningful ways that matter — as well as gain incredible access to some spectacular events, receptions with Hollywood legends, exclusive parties and movie premieres.” Tony Jimenez National Council, Member CEO, MicroTech

National Council members attend an exclusive gathering with Steven Spielberg. 14 15 NOMINATION PROCESS AND ANNUAL INVESTMENT IN THE ARTS After a nomination review by AFI and its leadership, candidates are invited to serve one-year renewable terms.

A minimum annual contribution of $25,000 is expected of National Council members. These impactful gifts help sustain AFI’s education and preservation initiatives.

“I was thrilled and honored when AFI nominated me as a National Council member. AFI’s positive impact on our cultural heritage is unparalleled. AFI’s tremendous depth and history exemplifies the organization’s dedication to the preservation of cinema and educating the next generation of filmmakers. I’m truly honored to serve as a member of AFI’s National Council.”

Stephanie Hunt National Council, Member

National Council members celebrate AFI’s 50th Anniversary at the Library of Congress. 16 17 U.S. PREMIERE OF THE HOBBIT AND AFTER-PARTY TOUR OF AFI ARCHIVES New York, NY Hollywood, CA A private screening of the U.S. premiere of THE HOBBIT: AN National Council members received a private tour of the AFI PAST UNEXPECTED JOURNEY was hosted for National Council Archives, which includes the Martin Scorsese collection and 50 members, followed by an intimate meet and greet reception with years of rare and unique materials from across the history of cinema NATIONAL cast members from the film. and television.

COUNCIL WARNER BROS. STUDIO TOUR 46th AFI LIFE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD AND RECEPTION Burbank, CA HONORING GEORGE CLOONEY EVENTS National Council members were invited to an exclusive Warner Private residence in Los Angeles Bros. Studio Tour, followed by a National Council bi-annual National Council members gathered to celebrate and honor AFI Life meeting in the WB Chairman’s private dining room — a venue Achievement Award recipient George Clooney. The pre-reception where Hollywood royalty has met and dined for years. was hosted by Ambassador Nicole Avant and Ted Sarandos, Honoring Shirley MacLaine “National Council members support Netflix Chief Content Officer and AFI Trustee. NATIONAL COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING AND BRUNCH AFI’s efforts to inspire and educate Former Walt Disney family residence ADVANCE SCREENING OF ZERO DARK THIRTY through the art of film. As Council The AFI National Council’s fourth business meeting was held at a Sony Corporation members, we enjoy experiences open private residence in the hills of Los Feliz where Walt Disney and his Courtesy of Sony Pictures, National Council members and to only a select few — thoughtful family resided from 1932 to 1950. their guests attended a private advance screening of the highly anticipated film ZERO DARK THIRTY immediately following the engagements with the best and AFI FEST OPENING NIGHT — SAVING MR. BANKS National Council business meeting. brightest artists and gatherings TCL Chinese Theatre | Gala VIP after-party at the Hollywood that deepen our understanding and Roosevelt Hotel BERLINALE JUROR’S DINNER WITH AFI FEST opened with the North American Premiere of Disney’s MERYL STREEP AND CLIVE OWEN appreciation of film.” SAVING MR. BANKS — the extraordinary, untold story of how Berlin International Film Festival, Germany Steven Stodghill Walt Disney (Tom Hanks) persuaded author P.L. Travers (Emma National Council members attended the Berlinale on an AFI-led National Council, Chair Thompson) to turn her novel into the film MARY POPPINS. The group tour. The trip included a private dinner with Meryl Streep, Partner, Winston & Strawn screening was followed by a VIP after-party for National Council Clive Owen, Berlinale jury members, the U.S. Ambassador to Members at the Roosevelt Hotel. Germany and other dignitaries and film industry luminaries.

18 Mingling with Andy Serkis 19 Networking with Diane Keaton On the red carpet with Jane Seymour Honoring Denzel Washington Dinner with Julia Roberts

Meeting20 with Mel Brooks Honoring Steven Spielberg Engaging with George Clooney 21 AFI BOARD OF TRUSTEES AFI NATIONAL COUNCIL

AFI BOARD OF Jim Breyer Lori Lee Jill Sackler* CHAIR MEMBERS Teena Hostovich David R. Kiger TRUSTEES CHAIR Breyer Capital AT&T Inc. Dame Jillian & Dr. Arthur M. Sackler California Texas Foundation for the Arts Steven Stodghill Brad Anderson Kathleen Kennedy* James L. Brooks Eva Longoria Sciences & Humanities Texas Florida/Minnesota Stephanie Hunt Elika Portnoy Lucasfilm Ltd. Gracie Films UnbeliEVAble Entertainment Texas Massachusetts/Florida Josh Sapan VICE CHAIRS Deborah Bridges AFI BOARD OF California/Kansas DIRECTORS CHAIR Gabrielle Carteris Bryan Lourd AMC Networks Inc. Arlene Inch Deborah Goodrich Royce SAG-AFTRA Creative Artists Agency Wylie A. Aitken California Connecticut California Robert A. Daly* Ted Sarandos Philip Erdoes New York Rulemaker, Inc. Toby Emmerich Lori McCreary Netflix Anthony R. Jimenez Warner Bros. Pictures Revelations Entertainment Moti Ferder Virginia Frank Scherma California Alison Hawkins AFI BOARD OF TRUSTEES California VICE CHAIRS Nancy Collins Fisher* Ron Meyer Television Academy NBCUniversal Jenny West Jim Gianopulos Thomas Schlamme Texas Jon Avnet* Paramount Pictures Jonathan Miller Directors Guild of America Brooklyn Films Advancit Capital David A. Goodman Chris Silbermann Richard Frank* Writers Guild of America Jim Moffatt ICM Partners

Marshall Herskovitz* Bonnie Hammer Edward James Olmos Jada Pinkett Smith The Bedford Falls Company NBCUniversal Olmos Productions, Inc. Overbrook Entertainment Dr. Carla D. Hayden Frederick S. Pierce* Steven Spielberg Tom Pollock* Library of Congress The Frederick S. Pierce Co. Amblin Partners The Montecito Picture Company John Hendricks Cecilia DeMille Presley Anthony Vinciquerra Edward Zwick* Sony Pictures Entertainment The Bedford Falls Company Alan Horn* Kevin Reilly The Walt Disney Studios Turner Entertainment Todd Wagner* AFI TRUSTEES 2929 Entertainment Gene F. Jankowski* Shonda Rhimes FOUNDING DIRECTOR Jeanine Basinger* Jankowski Communications System, Shondaland George Stevens, Jr.* Wesleyan University Inc. Charles Rivkin Patty Jenkins Motion Picture Association PRESIDENT EMERITA Katie Bayne Jean Picker Firstenberg* Bayne Advisors Scott Keogh Jay Roach Volkswagen Group of America Everyman Pictures PRESIDENT & CEO Halle Berry Bob Gazzale* Donna Langley Rich Ross HONORARY TRUSTEE Gary Birkenbeuel* Universal Pictures Denzel Washington David Rubin Roger Birnbaum Debra L. Lee* Academy of Motion Picture Arts District Entertainment Arts & Sciences

*Board of Directors 22 23 Join the National Council Contact Cindy Chyr Director, National Advancement American Film Institute

323.856.7677 [email protected]

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