In conjunction with the exhibition, "Dress in Color: The Costumes" the Science and Technology Council of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences showed My Fair Lady at a screening on Friday evening. Introductory comments were provided on colorization, preservation and costume design. The evolution of color movies that began in the 1920's led to dramatic transformations in Hollywood film making. Executing color effects properly on the big screen affected all aspects of production, from lighting to shot composition to design. Costume designers in particular used considerable creativity to overcome challenges like clashing pigments, eye-fatigue-inducing shade and washed-out tones. Cecil Beaton won and Oscar in costume design for My Fair Lady of which two costumes can be seen in the lobby. Public viewing hours, through May 2nd in the Linwood Dunn Theater foyer, are Saturday from noon to 6:00 PM. The Pickford Center for Motion Picture Study is located at 1313 Vine Street in Hollywood.
Monday, March 30, 2009
My Fair Lady
In conjunction with the exhibition, "Dress in Color: The Costumes" the Science and Technology Council of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences showed My Fair Lady at a screening on Friday evening. Introductory comments were provided on colorization, preservation and costume design. The evolution of color movies that began in the 1920's led to dramatic transformations in Hollywood film making. Executing color effects properly on the big screen affected all aspects of production, from lighting to shot composition to design. Costume designers in particular used considerable creativity to overcome challenges like clashing pigments, eye-fatigue-inducing shade and washed-out tones. Cecil Beaton won and Oscar in costume design for My Fair Lady of which two costumes can be seen in the lobby. Public viewing hours, through May 2nd in the Linwood Dunn Theater foyer, are Saturday from noon to 6:00 PM. The Pickford Center for Motion Picture Study is located at 1313 Vine Street in Hollywood.
