Walking down the memory lane - The Academy Museum in Los Angeles is a treasure trove of cinematic history and artistry. With its extensive collection of film memorabilia, interactive exhibits, and immersive experiences, it offers visitors a fascinating journey through the world of cinema. From iconic movie props to behind-the-scenes insights, every corner of the museum is filled with wonder and nostalgia. It's a must-visit destination for movie buffs and anyone who appreciates the magic of filmmaking.

Disappointing - I'm a huge movie buff and I'd been meaning to go to the Academy Museum since it opened. Unfortunately, the museum was disappointing. The layout was haphazard and some of the design choices were frustrating (like when they put the explanatory text on a flat surface so only the people standing right in front of it could actually read it). Too little focus on film history with only a few exhibits on specific films.

AMPAS should be embarrassed with this place - I finally went as their permanent exhibit "Hollywoodland" was looooong overdue. Once they announced its opening, I made reservations. I finally made it there just a few days ago. Starting with the "Hollywoodland" exhibit... it's frankly too small and too wordy. I appreciated the multidimensional projected-video-against-a-map we've seen at other museums as it traces the history and growth of Hollywood throughout the years. The photos and plaques along the wall were perhaps some of the most poorly written material I've ever seen. Total double standards throughout - for example, they mention that Harry Cohn of Colombia Pictures was a power tyrant. What does that even matter and why on earth did you not write about how Spike Lee is even worse in today's day in his section on the lower floor. The Museum writers included 'issues' with the "The Jazz Singer" yet not a word in DW Griffiths "Birth Of A Nation" which was also referenced in the Museum on other floors. Total double standards but mostly poorly written. The half hour min documentary was OK - too much focus on assimilation. The rest of the Museum was frankly embarrassing for AMPAS. This organization focused on all things motion picture and almost 100 years old apparently has no appreciation for any memorabilia because there wasn't much of it on display. Yes the "Casablanca" props were incredible to see and yes there are some tremendous costumes - but thats about it folks. The rest of the Museum is made up of photos and lots and lots of text. Very poorly produced for AMPAS being an organization focused on telling stories through sound and picture. Sorts ironic they can't even produce a good representative museum. Hate to say it bc I do believe LA should absolutely have a magnificent museum but this one misses its mark. Trust me, worth missing and just going on Google from your home. Get it right AMPAS - how embarrassing for you all.