As the new president of the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (Aacta), Russell Crowe wants to lobby politicians so they understand the “power and reach” of the local screen industry.
The actor, director and producer was appointed to the role today, together with Nicole Kidman as vice-president.
“I’ll be working on encouraging the government to give Australian producers the fiscal tools they need to be globally competitive, while simultaneously fostering local talent and magnetising the industry to attract international productions,” said Crowe of his appointment.
“We need to grow our membership in every area of the industry and encourage people who work in film and television and people who love film and television to get involved with their Academy. I’m doubly honoured that Nicole is going to stand with me. I think we will make a good team. She’s pretty hard to say no to.
The actor, director and producer was appointed to the role today, together with Nicole Kidman as vice-president.
“I’ll be working on encouraging the government to give Australian producers the fiscal tools they need to be globally competitive, while simultaneously fostering local talent and magnetising the industry to attract international productions,” said Crowe of his appointment.
“We need to grow our membership in every area of the industry and encourage people who work in film and television and people who love film and television to get involved with their Academy. I’m doubly honoured that Nicole is going to stand with me. I think we will make a good team. She’s pretty hard to say no to.
- 11/23/2020
- by Staff Writer
- IF.com.au
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