While some viewers lamented the movie’s exclusion of scenes from Hiroshima or Nagasaki, others said they recognized that it had another story to tell.
Tag: Academy Awards (Oscars)
With Pride and Hope, Ukraine Celebrates Oscar Win for Mariupol Documentary
Ukrainians say recognition for “20 Days in Mariupol” will help debunk Russian propaganda and refocus attention on the situation in Russian-occupied territories.
Cramming for the Oscars
It’s been a rough year for Hollywood, but the post-awards season landscape offers some hints of hope for audiences.
Revisiting the 2003 Oscars That Were Held Amid the Iraq War
Three days before the 2003 ceremony, the United States invaded Iraq. Despite pleas to delay the awards, the academy went ahead with what became a politics-suffused evening.
‘Navalny’ Wins Oscar for Best Documentary and His Wife Issues Message of Defiance
The film followed Aleksei Navalny, a prominent critic of President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia, as he investigated his own near-fatal poisoning in 2020.
Your Friday Briefing: Australia’s U.S. Nuclear Submarine Deal
Also, Russia hits targets across Ukraine.
Ireland Cheers Paul Mescal for Embracing Irish Language
On the red carpet for the British Academy Film Awards, the Oscar-nominated actor gave an interview in Ireland’s national language.
Journalist Who Investigated Navalny’s Poisoning Says He Was Banned From BAFTA
Christo Grozev, a key figure in the documentary film, “Navalny,” said he was told his presence at the BAFTA awards on Sunday would pose a security risk.
Your Wednesday Briefing: Ukraine Cracks Down on Corruption
Also, another mass shooting in California and New Zealand’s next leader.
Cinema Studies
Awards season has begun. It’s time to cram.