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For over 99 years, the National Board of Review,
with no commercial ties to the motion-picture
industry, has dedicated its efforts to
the support of film, domestic and foreign,
as both art and entertainment. Our nonprofit
organization celebrates the distinctive
voice of the individual artist, honoring
excellence and supporting freedom of expression
in film. The Board's core activities include
presentation of educational film programs,
as well as the award of scholarships and
grants to promising film students and
directors.
NBR members annually view and rate over 280 films: theatrical and made for cable, independent and major studio, documentary and foreign language. The screening membership comprises film professionals, educators, students, and historians. Frequently, in-depth discussions with filmmakers, directors, actors, producers, or screenwriters follow screenings. At year's end, members receive a list of all films screened, along with final ballots, which are tallied by the awards committee in order to determine annual honorees.
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