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Harvey Weinstein is the co-chairman of The Weinstein Company, which includes Dimension Films, the genre label that began Miramax. Since launching in 2005, The Weinstein Company has released numerous films, including the Oscar-nominated Inglourious Basterds and The Reader. Weinstein founded Miramax Films in 1979 with his brother Bob and the two helped the company release some of its most critically acclaimed and commercially successful films. Under the Weinsteins’ tenure, Miramax received 60 Academy Awards.

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Harvey Weinstein on Why He Re-Released The King's Speech PG-13

Harvey Weinstein decided to put out a family-friendly version of the Best Picture Oscar winner not as head of The Weinstein Company but as a dad, he writes—to inspire kids struggling just as King George VI once did.

Harvey Weinstein | Published Apr 08, 2011

Harvey Weinstein: Elizabeth Taylor Was AIDS' Greatest Fighter

Elizabeth Taylor was more than a Hollywood legend—she was one of the earliest champions against the AIDS epidemic. Film producer Harvey Weinstein remembers her tireless passion for the cause.

Harvey Weinstein | Published Mar 23, 2011

Peter King Needs to See Our Movie

At a time when politicians are stoking the flames of hate, we felt the need to make a film about understanding the Palestinian narrative. Perhaps predictably, our critics are furious.

Harvey Weinstein, Julian Schnabel | Published Mar 12, 2011

Why We Heart John Lennon

Movie mogul Harvey Weinstein and British producer/humorist Martin Lewis have been "odd couple" pals for decades, bonded by their love of Lennon. In this "duologue," they celebrate the Beatle in honor of his 70th birthday.

Harvey Weinstein, Martin Lewis | Published Oct 08, 2010

The Oscar Race Begins

Public Enemies, the terrific cops-and-robbers summer blockbuster that opens today, shows director Michael Mann at the top of his game, and Johnny Depp coming into his fullest range yet.

Harvey Weinstein | Published Jun 30, 2009

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