Beverly Hills, CA (June 17, 2011) - The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is extending invitations to join the organization to 178 artists and executives who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to theatrical motion pictures.  Those who accept the invitation will be the only additions in 2011 to the Academy’s roster of members.

“These individuals are among the best filmmakers working in the industry today,” said Academy President Tom Sherak.  “Their talent and creativity have entertained moviegoers around the world, and I welcome each of them to our ranks.”

The Academy’s membership policies would have allowed a maximum of 211 new members in 2011, but as in other recent years, several branch committees endorsed fewer candidates than were proposed to them.  Voting membership in the organization has now held steady at just under 6,000 members since 2003.

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The 2011 invitees are:

Actors
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Dominic Monaghan – "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King"

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New members will be welcomed into the Academy at an invitation-only reception in September.

http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2011/20110617.html