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Arizona State University Names New American Film School After Sidney Poitier
The 93-Year-Old Legendary Actor & Filmmaker Is “Happy” About The Honor
Sidney Poitier, the dashing, trailblazing star of stage and screen, has received countless accolades and awards as one of Hollywood’s most revered icons. Now, the actor, filmmaker, and best-selling author in his ninth decade has received another high honor: a film school that bears his name.
Last week, Arizona State University (ASU) established The Sidney Poitier New American Film School, one of five under the banner of the university’s Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. While its origins began as a film program 15 years ago, the name change builds on what university officials described as an avowed effort to advance diversity and inclusivity.
NEW YORK (AP) In 1963, Sidney Poitier made a film in Arizona, “Lilies of the Field.” The performance led to a huge milestone: He became the first Black
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Actor Sidney Poitier appears with his Oscar for best actor, for his role in Lillies of the Field, at the 36th Annual Academy Awards in Santa Monica, Calif., on April 13, 1964. (AP Photo, File)
TEMPE, AZ Sidney Poitier earned his Oscar for Lilies of the Field , which was set and filmed in Arizona. Now, he s leaving an even bigger mark on the state.
Arizona State University announced Monday it will name its new film school for the legendary screen star: The Sidney Poitier New American Film School.
The decision to honor Poitier came from wanting to develop a diverse, inclusive film school, according to Dean Steven Tepper, who leads the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at ASU, of which the film school is a member.
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Arizona State University Names Film School After Sidney Poitier
Officials said the Sidney Poitier New American Film School will measure success not by exclusivity but by inclusivity.
NEW YORK (AP) In 1963, Sidney Poitier made a film in Arizona, “Lilies of the Field.” The performance led to a huge milestone: He became the first Black winner of a lead-acting Oscar.
Now, Arizona is the site of another milestone for the legendary actor and filmmaker. Arizona State University has named its new film school after him. It was to unveil The Sidney Poitier New American Film School at a ceremony on Monday.