Switzerland 2025 International Feature Oscar Submission: Late Shift
‘September 5’ actress Leonie Benesch stars as an overworked nurse in Petra Volpe’s timely drama. Source: Switzerland 2025 International Feature Oscar Submission: Late Shift
Czechs Pick ‘I’m Not Everything I Want to Be’ for Oscars
The Czech Republic has selected Klára Tasovská’s documentary feature “I’m Not Everything I Want to Be” as its submission for the International Feature Film category of the Oscars following a controversial contest. Source: Czechs Pick ‘I’m Not Everything I Want … Continued
Movie Theater Owners Want to Vote for Oscars, Push to Join the Academy
At the end of June, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is expected to extend invitations to a new class of members who meet the professional qualifications to join the most prestigious club in Hollywood. This annual membership … Continued
‘I’m not interested in happy endings’: How Midnight Cowboy became the only X-rated winner of the best-picture Oscar
When Midnight Cowboy came out 56 years ago this week, it instantly upended Hollywood’s idea of a mainstream hit. A bleak tale of loneliness, sexuality and survival in New York, it was powered by career-defining performances from its lead actors. … Continued
‘Were they just voting on vibes?’: Oscars’ new compulsory viewing rule sparks backlash
The announcement that members must watch all films nominated in a category in order to vote for the winner, is met with disbelief that it wasn’t already the case. Source: ‘Were they just voting on vibes?’: Oscars’ new compulsory viewing … Continued
60 Sheep, 8 Camels, 100 Goats: ‘Nawi’ Shows Child Marriage Through the Eyes of a Gifted Girl in Kenya
Kenya’s entry for the best international feature film race at the Oscars, directed by Toby and Kevin Schmutzler, Apuu Mourine, and Vallentine Chelluget, is screening at the Beijing Film Festival. Source: ‘Nawi: Dear Future Me’ Film on Child Marriage of … Continued