The 75th Academy Awards

The 75th Academy Awards

The 75th Academy Awards ceremony,honored films released in 2002 and took place on March 23, 2003, at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles. Steve Martin hosted the event with his unique and entertaining personality. Two important things happened during the ceremony. The first one was the 75th anniversary of the Academy Awards, 59 actors who have received both competitive and honorary awards appeared seated onstage together during a segment called Oscar's Family Album. The other thing that took place was the announcement of the American-led invasion of Iraq that affected the telecast, several actors such as Cate Blanchett, Jim Carrey, and Will Smith resigned from their roles as presenters because of safety concerns and respect for military families.

About the academy awards (2003):

• Best Picture: "CHICAGO" -  Martin Richards
• Best Actress: Adrien Brody – "The Pianist"
• Best Actor: Nicole Kidman – "The Hours"