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Steven Spielberg on his opposition to Netflix's Oscar eligibility: 'Want to see the survival of movie theatres'
•Steven Spielberg has made it clear that in the theatrical release vs streaming battle, he wants to ensure that the 'theatrical experience remains relevant in our culture'
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences says films on Netflix, other streaming services eligible for Oscars
Fp Staff •The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has voted not to exclude streaming services for Oscars eligibility
The Academy responds to open letter from Quentin Tarantino, Spike Lee slamming Oscars 2019 telecast plan
•The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ board of governors has released a letter to its members regarding the controversial Oscars 2019 plan. The body had announced that 4 Oscar categories will be presented during the commercial breaks of this year’s broadcast to shorten the show to three hours.
Oscars 2019: Academy cuts four technical categories from ceremony telecast; Guillermo del Toro criticises move
Fp Staff •The Oscars for cinematography, film editing, makeup and hairstyling and live-action short will be presented off-air at this year’s ceremony
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences president John Bailey under investigation for allegations of sexual misconduct
Ians •John Bailey, the president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, is under investigation for allegations of sexual harassment.
Academy president John Bailey takes aim at Hollywood’s sexual misconduct history at Oscar luncheon
•John Bailey told more than 200 Oscar nominees that the Academy was working hard toward a greater diversity.