inclusion

New 2025 Oscar Rules Specify New Composer Eligibility, Inclusion Requirements, No More Drive-In Eligibility | Festivals & Awards

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OTHER CHANGES Animated feature films submitted in the International Feature Film category are now eligible for consideration in the Animated Feature Film category if eligibility requirements outlined for both categories are met. The new eligibility period for the International Feature Film category is November 1, 2023, to September 30, 2024. In the Writing categories, a final shooting script will now be … Read more

The 2024 Sundance Press Inclusion Initiative Application Open Now Through Friday, August 25th | Festivals & Awards

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The rules state that by submitting a Press Inclusion Initiative form and Press Accreditation Application, applicants are being considered for two separate things. Regardless of whether they are selected to receive a stipend towards attending the festival in-person or online, they will be considered independently for a press credential at the festival. Press Accreditation Applications for … Read more

Academy’s inclusion rules exempt non-Best Picture competitors

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The Academy said the films not bothering to compete for Best Picture won’t have to complete a form adhering to their inclusion rules. When the Academy announced back in 2020 that they would be incorporating a set of inclusion standards, it was met with both cheers and jeers. As the rules are set to be … Read more