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Morris Mike Medavoy (born January 21, 1941) is an American film producer and business executive. He is the co-founder of Orion Pictures, the former chairman of TriStar Pictures, the former head of production for United Artists, and the current chairman and CEO of Phoenix Pictures .
From agent to studio chief to producer, he has been involved with over 300 feature films, of which 17 have been nominated and 7 have won Best Picture Oscars®, as well as numerous international film festival awards. Medavoy began his career at Universal Studios in 1964.
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May 10, 2016 · Legendary Producer Mike Medavoy on the Evolution of Hollywood, Success, and 'Silence of the Lambs' By Christina Radish. Published May 10, 2016. The former studio head reflects on his career...
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Apr 15, 2023 · ‘Holes’ Producer Mike Medavoy Reflects on the Film’s 20-Year Legacy & Why Disney Feared It Would Flop. By Taylor Gates. Published Apr 15, 2023. He also discusses what draws him to a project and...
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From agent to studio chief to producer, he has been involved with over 300 feature films, of which 17 have been nominated and 7 have won Best Picture Oscars®, as well as numerous international film festival awards. Medavoy began his career at Universal Studios in 1964. He rose from the mail room to become a casting director.
May 17, 2022 · 14. 686 views 1 year ago. Hawk Koch welcomes Mike Medavoy to "Inside Hollywood" live on MPTF Studios' Creative Chaos. From agent to studio chief to producer, Mike Medavoy has been involved...
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Jun 15, 2023 · The co-founder of Orion Pictures, CEO of Phoenix and former chairman of TriStar, Mike Medavoy brought his huge experience to bear. “This is my 325th film,” Medavoy said, speaking to Variety....