Academy Museum Enhances Collection with Tarantino's 'Pulp Fiction' Script and Miyazaki Art
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The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures has recently added several significant items to its extensive film collection, including the first handwritten draft of Quentin Tarantino's "Pulp Fiction" script and an extensive array of art from Hayao Miyazaki's feature films.
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Pulp Fiction Script
Quentin Tarantino donated his first handwritten draft of the "Pulp Fiction" script to the Academy Museum. This script is a significant addition to the museum's collection, as "Pulp Fiction" is considered a seminal work in modern cinema, known for its nonlinear narrative structure and vibrant dialogue. The script, published in paperback in October 1994, became the biggest selling screenplay in British publishing history. This donation was part of the museum's Fourth Annual Gala, where Tarantino received the Luminary Award presented by John Travolta.
Miyazaki Art
The museum is also staging the first major Hayao Miyazaki retrospective outside Japan. This exhibition features over 400 objects from Miyazaki's feature films, including original sketches, storyboards, and other movie art. The exhibition is thematically arranged, with sections dedicated to different aspects of Miyazaki's work, such as the submerged scenes from "Ponyo" represented by overwhelmingly blue paintings. This retrospective is a major attraction for fans of Miyazaki's work, showcasing the depth and breadth of his artistic contributions to cinema.
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Significance of the Additions
The addition of Tarantino's "Pulp Fiction" script and Miyazaki's art to the Academy Museum's collection underscores the museum's commitment to preserving and celebrating significant works of cinema. These items not only enhance the museum's collection but also provide valuable insights into the creative processes of two iconic filmmakers. The inclusion of the "Pulp Fiction" script highlights the museum's dedication to preserving original film artifacts, while the Miyazaki exhibition offers a comprehensive look at the artistic and narrative techniques that have made Miyazaki a legendary figure in animation. These additions are expected to attract a wide range of visitors, from film enthusiasts to scholars, further establishing the Academy Museum as a premier institution for film history and culture.
