Oscars Snobbery or Misogyny? Plus, Doug Liman's 'Road House' Boycott

Are the Oscars the leading edge of culture, or are they trailing behind? While some of this year's nominations happily surprised us, other nominations have left us wondering if the academy is just voting for what’s familiar. Also, what’s up with big films skipping a theatrical release and going straight to streaming? In today’s episode, No Film School’s Charles Haine, GG Hawkins, and Jason Hellerman discuss: Favorite films and biggest takeaways from Sundance 2024 Upcoming No Film School episodes highlighting Sundance filmmakers Jason breaking up a fight in the AMC lobby  Our opinions on the 2024 Academy Award nominations How the Oscars are staying internationally relevant Comedy versus drama  An actor who sold his Oscar to pay for healthcare The dark history behind the Oscars - why they were created Why Doug Liman is boycotting the premiere of his film Road House Why filmmakers have to be conscious of audience activation Memorable Quotes “One of my favorite things about the Oscars is when they bring attention to a movie that wouldn’t get it otherwise.” [13:23] “Drama trumps comedy in awards, always. Which I think is bullshit.” [19:00] “It’s not misogyny, but snobbery.” [27:44] “All of the craft awards are never the best, it’s the most. It’s never the best edited movie, it’s the most edited movie.” [34:02] “If we all stay silent and continue to let these big corporate overlords make these decisions…we are going to lose that communal experience.” [42:50] Mentioned: The 2024 Academy Awards Nominations How Does Oscar Voting Work?  'Road House' Director Doug Liman Boycotts SXSW Over Amazon Exiling His Movie to Streaming  Brooklyn 35mm Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web https://nofilmschool.com/ Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/nofilmschool Twitter  https://twitter.com/nofilmschool YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/user/nofilmschool Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nofilmschool Send us an email with questions or feedback: [email protected]! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices