The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is trying to reassure its members after its decision not to air four awards live at the Oscars triggered a
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is trying to reassure its members after its decision not to air four awards live at the Oscars triggered a wave of criticism.
Hollywood luminaries such as Brad Pitt, Emma Stone and Quentin Tarantino have come out against the decision to limit the broadcast of awards for Best Cinematography, Film Editing, Live Action Short, and Makeup and Hairstyling.
It’s an effort to keep the show no longer than three hours. As NPR’s Bob Mondello reported, last year’s show ran “three hours and 53 minutes while garnering the lowest U. S. viewership in Oscars history.”
The awards would still be presented during the ceremonies, but they’ll be aired later in with some parts edited out, such as the award winner walking to the stage.
“We’d like to assure you that no award category at the 91st Oscars ceremony will be presented in a manner that depicts the achievements of its nominees and winners as less than any others,” Academy officials said in a letter to its membership.
