2013 Movies & Cinema Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 10 Jan 18th Critics' Choice Movie Awards: At the 18th Critics' Choice Movie Awards, the film 'Argo' won the prestigious Best Film award, further solidifying its critical acclaim.
- 13 Jan Argo wins Golden Globe Awards: The film 'Argo' won the Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Drama at the 70th Golden Globe Awards. Directed by Ben Affleck, the film is based on the true story of a CIA operation to rescue American hostages in Iran. source: hollywoodreporter.com
- 21 Jan Death of Michael Winner: Michael Winner, a renowned film director and newspaper columnist, passed away at the age of 77 in Kensington, London.
- 16 Feb Romanian Film Wins Golden Bear at Berlin Film Festival: The Romanian drama 'Child's Pose' won the prestigious Golden Bear award at the 63rd Berlin International Film Festival, highlighting the growing international recognition of Romanian cinema.
- 10 Mar Oz the Great and Powerful Box Office Success: The American fantasy adventure film 'Oz the Great and Powerful' had a remarkable opening weekend, earning an estimated $80.3 Million in the United States.
- 22 Mar Movie Premiere of The Croods: The animated film The Croods, created by the makers of Madagascar and How to Train Your Dragon, was released. The movie promises an entertaining prehistoric adventure for family audiences.
- 28 Mar Death of Richard Griffiths: Richard Griffiths, a renowned actor who won both the Olivier and Tony Awards, passed away at the age of 65. Known for his versatile performances on stage and screen, Griffiths left a significant mark on British theatre and film.
- 04 Apr Queen Elizabeth receives honorary BAFTA award: On April 4, 2013, Queen Elizabeth II was presented with an honorary BAFTA award at a reception for the British film industry. The award recognized her outstanding patronage of the film and television industries, and she was praised for her 'tireless support' and for her memorable appearance at the London Olympics. source: bafta.org
- 05 Apr Queen Elizabeth Honored: Queen Elizabeth of the United Kingdom receives an honorary BAFTA award for her support of British film and television and is honored as the 'most memorable Bond girl' for her playful appearance at the 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony.
- 15 Apr North Korea Diplomatic Stance: North Korea expressed openness to peaceful negotiations, with the condition that its nuclear status remains unchallenged. Simultaneously, the BBC planned to air a Panorama documentary filmed secretly during a university trip to North Korea, despite concerns from the London School of Economics about potential student risks.
- 01 May IBM creates molecular movie: On May 1, 2013, IBM announced the creation of a molecular movie, showcasing the movement of individual molecules in real-time. This groundbreaking achievement in nanotechnology demonstrated the potential for advancements in materials science and molecular biology. The project highlighted IBM's commitment to innovation in scientific research. source: ibm.com
- 07 May Ray Harryhausen Passes Away: Legendary American special effects pioneer Ray Harryhausen dies at the age of 92, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in film visual effects.
- 17 May Cannes Film Festival Jewelry Theft: One million dollars worth of celebrity jewelry intended for the Cannes Film Festival was stolen from a Novotel hotel in Cannes.
- 21 Jun Monsters University Movie Premiere: The animated film Monsters University was released, serving as a prequel to the popular Pixar movie Monsters, Inc.
- 07 Sep Sacro GRA Wins Golden Lion: Documentary film 'Sacro GRA' by Gianfranco Rossi was awarded the prestigious Golden Lion at the 70th Venice International Film Festival.
- 22 Oct Thor: The Dark World Movie Premiere: The superhero film 'Thor: The Dark World', directed by Alan Taylor and starring Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman, premieres in London, continuing the Marvel Cinematic Universe's global expansion.
- 30 Nov Actor Paul Walker dies in car accident: On November 30, 2013, actor Paul Walker, known for his role in the 'Fast & Furious' film series, died in a car accident in Santa Clarita, California. The accident occurred when the Porsche Carrera GT he was a passenger in crashed and caught fire, resulting in both Walker and the driver, Roger Rodas, losing their lives. source: cnn.com
- 02 Dec The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug Premieres: The second film in Peter Jackson's Hobbit trilogy, starring Martin Freeman and Ian McKellen, premiered in Los Angeles, continuing the epic fantasy saga based on J.R.R. Tolkien's work.
- 15 Dec Actress Joan Fontaine Passes Away: Renowned British-American actress Joan Fontaine dies at age 95, leaving behind a legendary Hollywood career highlighted by her iconic roles in Alfred Hitchcock's films 'Rebecca' and 'Suspicion'.
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