Why Parasite’s Oscars Dominance Matters
‘Parasite winning, and winning so big, shows that maybe barriers are being broken down’. Jacob Davis on why ‘Parasite’ winning big at the Oscars 2020 matters.
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The Animation Race 2020
Which films are nominated in the Animated Feature category at the 2020 Oscars and which one is most likely to win? Find out in The Animation Race 2020 by Rebecca Seghini.
Read MoreThe Alternative Oscars – Selecting 2020’s Best Non-Nominees
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From ‘Foreign Language’ To ‘International Feature’: Why A Change In Name Isn’t Enough
The Oscars have renamed their ‘Best Foreign Language Film’ category ‘Best International Feature Film’ in the name of inclusivity – but, as Sophie Butcher discusses, this alone is not enough to improve recognition for world cinema.
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Could ‘Frozen II’ Win Best Original Song? – Oscars 2020
“in the final “Into the unknown” in the chorus, [Elsa] goes so far past the safe notes, way into the enchanted forest. Here the chorus acts as a microcosm for the whole narrative.” – Sophie Cook on why “Into the Uknown” should win Best Original Song at the 2020 Oscars.
Read MoreIn Defence of The Academy – A Sarcastic Address of the Controversy Surrounding The Oscars
For close to a century, The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has been a pillar of open-mindedness and has set benchmarks for inclusion. This article celebrates their otherworldly knowledge and passion that totally isn’t bought or the source of controversy.
Read More1917 Is Not Nationalistic
Is ‘1917’ inherently nationalistic? The multi-time Oscar nominee and Golden Globes winner has come under fire from certain sections of the press, but Jacob Davis disagrees with the consensus. Full feature/essay here.
Read More‘Joker’ Vs ‘Us’: Their Significance, Similarities – And Why Is One Missing From The Oscar Nominations?
The Oscar nominations for 2020 are out, and Sophie Butcher has a question – why has ‘Joker’ received so much recognition, and ‘Us’ none at all, despite their similarities? Click here to read in full.
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Austin Butler to Star in Darren Aronofsky Crime Thriller
Austin Butler is to lead a new film from Sony Pictures and 'Powers'