Academy Awards

Oscar Voters Are Less Diverse Than the Tea Party?

So many actors’ and actresses’ careers, as well as the image and opportunities for women and minorities in the entire industry (and beyond), are largely determined by a monolithic group of less than 6,000 people, and really just a subset of that group truthfully. Along with the broader industry, the Academy should probably look into changing its criteria and nomination process (not easing, but changing), as well as expanding its membership if it wants to create a more diverse body of voters. Continue reading →