Joanne Koch, Film Society of Lincoln Center Executive Director, Dies at 92
variety.comJ. Kim Murphy Joanne Koch, the executive director emeritus at Film at Lincoln Center who served as the organization’s leader for over 32 years, died on Aug.
16 in New York City. She was 92 years old.Koch’s death was confirmed by Sarah Eaton, her colleague at Film at Lincoln Center.Koch served as executive director of Film Society of Lincoln Center, as it was known at the time, from 1971 to 2003, serving as the key architect for the organization’s modern stature.
She was an influential force, not only in New York film culture, but also internationally, helping to draw global cinematic talent to the city.As executive director, Koch managed the Film Society’s programs, including the New York Film Festival, co-produced gala tributes and served on the selection committee for New Directors/New Films.
She also served as the organization’s chief financial officer and was a key force in publishing Film Comment magazine after the Film Society acquired the label in 1974.
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