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Year: 1986 (59th) Academy Awards

Category: Short Film (Animated)

Film Title: A Greek Tragedy

Winner: Linda Van Tulden and Willem Thijssen, Producers

Presenter: Tom Hanks, "Bugs Bunny"

Date & Venue: March 30, 1987; Dorothy Chandler Pavilion

WILLEM THIJSSEN:
You read the speech, Linda.

LINDA VAN TULDEN:
I read the speech. Our "Greek Tragedy" tells the story of three statues tired of holding up their temple. We hope this Oscar take over their job now for the next centuries and we will like to thank you. I am sorry for my stumbling.

WILLEM THIJSSEN:
And thank you very much, Nicole, for writing and directing this film. Thank you, Academy.

© Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
[Note: All winners are present except where noted; NOT all winners may have spoken.]

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