by James Thompson

Recently, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences held their 81st Scientific and Technical Awards at the Beverly Wilshire hotel in Beverly Hills. I was fortunate to share a table with several of the talented and creative people who worked alongside Steve Hylén.
Hylén received the Technical Achievement Award for his concept and continued leadership in the further development of the Hylén Lens System, which is used in motion-picture effects photography. When Steve went up to receive the award, I could feel the excitement of his colleagues and the pride they felt to work for this special man on this innovative device, which provides versatile aerial images. They talked about the unique qualities of the lens and how terrific it was to work with Steve Hylén for so many years.

Congratulations to Steve and to all the other winners of this year’s Scientific and Technical Awards.

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