As a film enthusiast and history buff, I can’t help but feel a profound sense of loss upon hearing about the passing of Robert “Bob” Rosen. His contributions to the world of cinema are nothing short of monumental. From his early days at UCLA, where he transformed the humble film vault into a globally recognized treasure trove, to his tenure as dean, during which he left an indelible mark on our community, Bob’s impact was truly transformative.
I, a gaming enthusiast here, have to share some sad news from the world of cinema: Robert “Bob” Rosen, an influential film historian, archivist, and once the dean of the UCLA School of Theater, Film, and Television, has passed away at 84.
On October 2nd, it was announced by UCLA that Rosen had sadly passed away. The university did not provide details about the cause of his death. Born in 1940, Rosen assumed the role of Dean at the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television in 1999, a position he held for more than a decade until recently.
Prior to this, he began his tenure as UCLA’s Archives Director in 1975, transforming a modest film and TV collection into a globally recognized archive. This position was an offshoot of an invitation to instruct a single 10-week course at the UCLA Department of Film and Television in 1974.
Rosen explained during a casual chat at the 68th International Federation of Film Archives Congress in Beijing, held in April 2012, that I had always been here, as my ambition was to grasp motion pictures and educate filmmakers. Over the span of four decades, I fulfilled various roles, starting as a professor, advancing to department head, and eventually serving as dean of the school for eleven years.
Dean Brian Kite of UCLA’s School of Theater, Film, and Television declared on Friday that Bob was a trailblazer at our institution, and his groundbreaking work in film and TV education, coupled with his influential leadership here, have left a lasting impression on our community. Globally, Bob made a significant impact on the movie industry, and his enduring legacy will continue to mold the field for future generations.
2008 saw Rosen expressing to The Associated Press that delving into timeless films empowers budding filmmakers to devise innovative methods for storytelling and uncover their unique perspectives. He stated, “Examining films from yesteryears reveals numerous ways directors tackle narrative challenges. This insight makes you question established formulas, as it becomes clear there are multiple solutions to a problem. Gaining wisdom from the past, you gain the confidence to express yourself distinctively.
Additionally, Rosen held the position of the inaugural director for the National Center for Film and Moving Image Conservation at the American Film Institute. He was a key figure on the executive team of the International Federation of Film Archive Institutions. For more than two decades, he served as a board member for the National Film Preservation Council at the Library of Congress. Furthermore, he sat on the boards of both the Stanford Theatre Foundation and the Geffen Playhouse.
For a decade, he served as a movie reviewer on KCRW’s National Public Radio and was part of the Los Angeles Film Critics Association. Moreover, he played a significant role in establishing The Film Foundation and held the position of the founding chairman for The Film Foundation’s Archivists Council.
In 2008, I was honored to receive the John Huston Award from Martin Scorsese, bestowed by The Film Foundation, recognizing my efforts in film preservation and restoration.
Bob, a giant figure in the movie industry, significantly advanced the art of film preservation by promoting education and advocating for the safeguarding of various moving image media, ranging from old Hollywood classics to independent projects,” May Hong HaDuong, head of UCLA Film & Television Archive, stated. “Through his activism, enthusiasm, and unyielding determination, Bob was instrumental in turning the UCLA Film & Television Archive into the globally renowned institution it is known for today.
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