Statement From Martin Scorsese Regarding His Academy Award Nomination for Best Director of "The Aviator"

NEW YORK, Jan. 25, 2005 /PRNewswire/

"Bringing The Aviator to the screen took years of effort by an extraordinary group of individuals, and I am thrilled that so many of the people who poured their heart into the film have been recognized by the Academy. It is a thrill for me to know that the efforts of so many talented members of the cast and crew have been honored with nominations."

Source: Martin Scorsese

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