[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 17 (Thursday, February 24, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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          TRIBUTE TO THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CINEMATOGRAPHERS

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                         HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 24, 1994

  Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute to the American 
Society of Cinematographers on the occasion of its 75th anniversary. 
This honorary society, the oldest of its kind in the motion picture 
industry, embodies the fascinating history of Hollywood, from silent 
films to the video revolution. Its founding members created the art of 
motion picture photography with hand-cranked cameras in open air 
studios, lit only by the sun.
  The ASC ``invitation only'' membership of 160 makes it the most 
prestigious organization of its kind in the world. Its members have won 
more Academy Awards and Emmys than any other collection of artisans in 
the industry.
  Critics have long argued whether film is a director's medium or a 
writer's medium. The debate is far too narrow. Without the artistry of 
cinematographers, there would be no magic in the movies. In honoring 
the ASC, we honor those who craft creates the images on film that have 
delighted and intrigued moviegoers for three quarters of a century.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in saluting the American Society of 
Cinematographers and its distinguished members for their unique and 
indispensable contributions to one of America's most successful 
industries.

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