Backstage Banter at the 57th Academy Awards
Reporters jockeyed for position backstage as Oscar winners fielded questions in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. Haing S. Ngor described Khmer Rouge tortures while Jimmy Stewart discussed Frank Capra and It’s a Wonderful Life. Peter Shaffer reflected on Amadeus and videos, and F Murray Abraham joked about being a leading man. Miles Forman offered insights on Mozart Salieri and the film’s people.
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Fans pack Oscars night for stars and surprise moments
Crowds lined the Academy Awards route and camped on bleachers to glimpse celebrities including F Murray Abraham and Sally Field. Fans traveled from Israel and Trinidad just for the ceremony while Phil Collins and Stevie Wonder drew attention. Haing S Ngor and Sam Waterston arrived minutes before the show as awards were handed out amid glitz and late arrivals.
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Oscar Winners List From the 57th Academy Awards
The 57th ceremony honors Amadeus with multiple wins including picture and director. F Murray Abraham earns best actor while Sally Field wins best actress for Places in the Heart.
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