Columbia Pictures

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Columbia Pictures is an American film production and distribution studio. It is a subsidiary of Sony Pictures Entertainment, a division of the Japanese conglomerate Sony. Columbia Pictures is one of the leading film studios in the world and has produced numerous iconic films and franchises.

History

Columbia Pictures was founded on June 19, 1918, as Cohn-Brandt-Cohn (CBC) Film Sales Corporation by Harry Cohn, Jack Cohn, and Joe Brandt. The company adopted the name Columbia Pictures in 1924, and its logo, featuring the iconic "Torch Lady," was introduced in 1928.

During the Golden Age of Hollywood, Columbia Pictures became known for producing a wide range of films, including screwball comedies, westerns, and film noir. The studio gained prominence with the success of films like It Happened One Night (1934), which won the Academy Award for Best Picture.

Notable Films and Franchises

Columbia Pictures has produced and distributed numerous successful films and franchises, including:

Corporate Structure

Columbia Pictures operates as a subsidiary of Sony Pictures Entertainment, which is part of the larger Sony Corporation. The studio is headquartered in Culver City, California, and its operations include film production, distribution, and marketing.

Logo and Branding

The Columbia Pictures logo, featuring the "Torch Lady," is one of the most recognizable logos in the film industry. The logo has undergone several redesigns over the years, but it has consistently featured a woman holding a torch, symbolizing enlightenment and progress.

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