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Thelma Schoonmaker to Publish Michael Powell's Diaries Using AI

8/18/2025

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Thelma Schoonmaker, a three-time Oscar winner, spoke at the Edinburgh International Film Festival about her late husband, filmmaker Michael Powell.
She highlighted Powell's friendship with Martin Scorsese, who aided in restoring Powell's films.
Schoonmaker is publishing Powell's diaries with assistance from AI.
The festival is scheduled for August 14-20, 2025.

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Story summary

Thelma Schoonmaker, a three-time Oscar winner, spoke at the Edinburgh International Film Festival about her late husband, filmmaker Michael Powell.
She highlighted Powell's friendship with Martin Scorsese, who aided in restoring Powell's films.
Schoonmaker is publishing Powell's diaries with assistance from AI.
The festival is scheduled for August 14-20, 2025.