1998 Academy Awards Luncheon Ceremony

The transcript introduces key figures involved in an Academy luncheon, including Gene Allen, Arthur Hiller, and Richard Kahn, who initiated the event 17 years ago. Bruce Davis, the executive director of the Academy, is acknowledged, followed by a mention of upcoming speaker Gil Cates. Lou Horvitz, directing his second Academy Awards telecast, and writers Buzz Cohan and Hal Cantor are introduced. Finally, Michael Seligman, the associate producer of the Academy Awards for 21 years, is recognized.

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