For the second year in a row, the Academy rejects the possibility of the President of Ukraine issuing a message.
According to reports, the organizers of the Oscars 2023 blocked a request from the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyto speak during the ceremony.
The 95th edition of the Academy Awards takes place in Los Angeles on Sunday (March 12). According to Variety, Zelenski was hoping to follow up a recent remote appearance at the Berlin Film Festival with a virtual spot at the Oscars.
According to sources, his new agent mike simpson (who also represents Quentin Tarantino and bong joonho) asked the academy to introduce the comedic actor-turned-politician, but was turned down. It is the second year in a row that a Zelenski appearance has been rejected by the Oscars.
According to sources, the producer Will Packer rejected Zelensky in 2022 over concerns that Hollywood was only giving Ukraine that platform because the people affected by Russia’s invasion were mostly white. Packer reportedly argued that the Academy has largely ignored wars around the world that affect people of color.however, did not respond to Variety’s request for comment.
In September, the Toronto Film Festival also rejected Zelenski’s team. A spokesman said the festival “does not comment on discussions with dignitaries, government officials or international embassies,” while the festival “stands in solidarity with Ukrainians both here and abroad and prides itself on showcasing the depth and creativity of Ukrainians.” Ukrainian filmmakers. at the festival this year.”
Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine last March, Zelensky has spoken at a variety of events, including the 2022 Grammys and the 2023 Golden Globes.
Source: Ambito
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