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Jean Picker Firstenberg, who was the president and CEO of the American Film Institute for more than half of its 50 years, has written (with James Hindman) the definitive story—an engaging and insightful memoir—BECOMING AFI: 50 Years Inside the American Film Institute.
To celebrate the publication of the book by Santa Monica Press, this special program will feature a panel discussion with notable AFI alumni followed by a book signing and reception. Guests include:
Marsha Mason, actress Barbara Schock, chair of the NYU Graduate Film program Fred Elmes, cinematographer Paul Warner, director Terry Lawler, executive director of New York Women in Film and James Hindman, co-writer, former AFI Television and former director of the co-director, COO, and provost. Directing Workshop for Women
The discussion, moderated by Chief Curator David Schwartz, will include clips highlighting AFI’s remarkable history.
Celebrating its 50th anniversary, the American Film Institute, born in 1967 at the dawn of the New Hollywood, has since established itself as one of the nation’s most respected cultural and educational entities, including a world-class graduate film school; publications; unique, state-of-the art programming; film festivals; and the Life Achievement Award. From its inception, the AFI has been a champion of the moving image as a vibrant art form and a critical component of America’s cultural history. Its graduates, faculty, supporters, and trustees include Steven Spielberg, Meryl Streep, Les Moonves, Patty Jenkins, David Lynch, Ken Burns, Jane Fonda, Edward James Olmos, Shonda Rhimes, and many more.