Oscars
The latest on the Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars. Held annually by the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences, the Oscars award films and filmmakers in various categories like Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Actor and Best Director. More than 3,000 awards have been presented since the first one in 1929.
'The Power of the Dog' Star Kodi Smit-McPhee 'Humbled' by Awards Buzz
"The Power of the Dog" star spoke to Newsweek about being chased by a naked Benedict Cumberbatch, working with Jane Campion, and the awards season buzz.
Meet the Cast and Characters of 'Belfast'
The cast of "Belfast" told Newsweek all about their characters in Kenneth Branagh's new movie on the London Film Festival's red carpet.
Fans Demand Lady Gaga Wins Oscar for 'House of Gucci'—Just Based on Trailer
The second trailer for Ridley Scott's "House of Gucci" has dropped and Lady Gaga fans are raving about her portrayal of Patrizia Reggiani.
Movie Rejected for Oscars for Showing 'Hatred Towards British'
"Sardar Udham" is a biopic about Punjabi Sikh revolutionary Udham Singh, who assassinated a British official as revenge for a colonial-era massacre.
All You Need to Know About 'Belfast', Kenneth Branagh's Oscar-hyped Film
Kenneth Branagh and the cast of "Belfast" told Newsweek at the 2021 London Film Festival all about the upcoming film, which is surrounded by Oscar buzz.
How 'Mass' Director's 'Obsession' With Shootings Created an Award Contender
Actor Fran Kranz's first attempt at writing and directing a feature film has resulted in the Awards contender "Mass." He tells Newsweek how he made the movie.
Kristen Stewart Already Tipped For Oscar Nod As Princess Diana in 'Spencer'
Spencer, directed by Pablo Larraín, follows three days in the life of Diana, Princess of Wales, with Stewart's portrayal eagerly anticipated by movie buffs.
15 Actor-Directed Films Nominated for an Oscar
When actors step behind the camera, magic can happen.
Riz Ahmed Decries 'Dehumanizing' Portrayal of Muslims on Screen
Ahmed made his remarks after a newly published study documented the underrepresentation of Muslims across 200 popular films.
Why the Octopus From 'My Octopus Teacher' Is the 'Einstein of Octopuses'
"My Octopus Teacher" directors speak about the movie and the unique octopus living in a kelp forest off the coast of South Africa.
NFL Draft TV Ratings Top Oscars Viewership For First Time in History
Viewership for Thursday night's NFL Draft was the second-highest the league has ever seen, but it still beat the Oscars from last weekend.
Trump Mocked for Bashing 'Oscars' As 'Less Elegant Name' than Academy Award
"Most narcissistic man ever to soil American public life," tweeted Naval War College Professor Tom Nichols.
Trump Says Political Correctness, Lack of Oscars Host Why Ratings Tanked
Trump's statement continued, "ALSO, BRING BACK A GREAT HOST. These television people spend all their time thinking about how to promote the Democrat Party, which is destroying our Country and cancel Conservatives and Republicans. That formula certainly hasn't worked very well for The Academy."
Chadwick Boseman's Brother Reacts to That Shocking Oscars Snub
Many had thought the Academy would end the show with a tribute to the "Black Panther" actor, who died last year.
The 13 Most Shocking Oscar Moments From the Last Decade
Oscar night does not always stick to the script as these celebrities who have gone down in Academy Awards history well-know.
Everything Tyler Perry Has Said About Police Reform and Racial Injustice
Perry delivered his viral speech after receiving the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award on Sunday night. The award is given to an "individual in the motion picture industry whose humanitarian efforts have brought credit to the industry."
Riz Ahmed Fixing His Wife's Hair at the Oscars is Relationship Goals
The actor was nominated for Best Actor for his role in "Sound of Metal" and his wife Fatima Farheen Mirza accompanied him on the red carpet.
Viola Davis Pretending to Take A Shot Viewed More than 5 Million Times
Viola Davis stole the show on the Oscars red carpet with her impeccable miming skills, prompting several "How to Get Away With Murder" references.
Chloe Zhao's Oscars Gaffe Leads to Awkward Moment With Frances McDormand
Fern or Fran? Fern is the name of McDormand's character in "Nomadland" so it is unclear if Zhao intended to introduce her as her character or if it was a slip of the tongue.
Tyler Perry's Oscar 2021 Speech Transcript in Full—'Refuse Hate'
The filmmaker recalled his homeless past and his mother's experience growing up in the Jim Crow South.
Watch Best Oscars 2021 Acceptance Speeches
Frances McDormand won her third Academy Award for Best Actress, as "Nomadland" was named Best Picture at the 93rd Oscars ceremony.
Disney Was The Biggest Oscars Winner, Netflix the Biggest Loser
"Nomadland" heralded a victorious new chapter in Disney's foray into the streaming domain, winning best picture and two other top-tier awards.
What Harrison Ford Said About Blade Runner at the Oscars
The Indiana Jones star shared some production notes with the crowd that painted the 1982 Ridley Scott's classic in a less than glamorous light.
Tyler Perry Says Not to Hate Police Officers, Oscars Crowd Stops Clapping
Tyler Perry called on people to "refuse to hate" as he accepted the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award.
Anthony Hopkins Praises Chadwick Boseman in Belated Oscars Speech
Speaking from Wales, a shocked Hopkins said he did not expect to win this award for "The Father" at the age of 83.
Oscars Prompt Disappointment as Fewer Black Winners Than Expected
Daniel Kaluuya was the sole Black winner in acting categories as Chadwick Boseman and Viola Davis were surprisingly beaten in the leading actor prizes.
Anthony Hopkins' Win Was the Biggest Anticlimax in Oscars History
Hopkins' win was overshadowed by the ceremony's abrupt and awkward ending, as well as controversy over viewers' dashed expectations for a posthumous win for the late Chadwick Boseman.
Why Anthony Hopkins Wasn't at the 2021 Oscars
The Oscars 2021 surprised many by giving Anthony Hopkins the Best Actor award over Chadwick Boseman—and surprised them again when "The Father" actor did not show up to accept his award.
Chloé Zhao and 'Nomadland' Censorship Sparks Anger, Disbelief in China
Social media users on Weibo—the Chinese equivalent to Twitter—are using creative ways to try and avoid internet censorship as they congratulate Chloé Zhao, director of the Oscar-winning film "Nomadland."
Frances McDormand Overtakes Meryl Streep as Oscars Queen
While McDormand has won Best Actress three times, Katharine Hepburn currently holds the title for most Lead Actress Oscars, having won four times in 1934, 1968, 1969 and 1982.
