Oscars

The British Academy Film Awards will broadcast on E! in the US for the first time this year. Hosted by Alan Cumming, the ceremony celebrates top British and global films. It airs on February 22 at 8 p.m. ET/PT, following BritBox's previous rights.

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At the Rotterdam Film Festival, director Kleber Mendonça Filho lauded Oscar-nominated actor Wagner Moura for his generosity in 'The Secret Agent,' which earned four Academy Award nominations. In a Big Talk session, Mendonça Filho discussed the film's ensemble cast and decried outdated casting practices focused on looks. He also shared insights on cinema, families, and cultural authenticity.

Matt Damon has voiced strong reservations about the Oscar campaigning process, labeling it 'completely backwards' and 'odd' during a promotional interview for his new Netflix film The Rip. The actor, who has a history of Academy Award success, acknowledged potential benefits for films but prefers to avoid the promotional grind. Despite this, Damon is likely to engage in campaigning again for his role in Christopher Nolan's upcoming epic The Odyssey.

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Amanda Seyfried has stated that winning an Oscar is not important to her career at this point. In an interview with The New Yorker, the actress emphasized the value of nominations over wins and highlighted her focus on longevity through deliberate choices. She reflected on her past nominations and recent successes amid awards season.