Academy Awards

Cultural  

1. Prizes given annually in Hollywood by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for excellence in film performance and production. The symbol (see also symbol) of the award is a small statue called an Oscar. The academy's top awards are for best picture, best director, best actor and actress, and best supporting actor and actress.

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The nominations for the 98th Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, with ‘Sinners’ leading the field with 16 total nominations.

From Los Angeles Times

The Academy Awards feel like they’re in motion, too — a body less affixed to an idea of what a best picture contender is and more willing to race after talent from around the globe.

From Los Angeles Times

Here is a guide to where you can find all the feature-length nominees ahead of the Academy Awards on March 15, paired with some commentary from Times critics.

From Los Angeles Times

This year’s Academy Awards ceremony will be hosted for the second time by comedian Conan O’Brien and will air March 15 on ABC—though that won’t be forever.

From The Wall Street Journal

The nominees for the 98th Academy Awards, to be held March 15, were announced this morning.

From The Wall Street Journal