Film Academy

Ryan Coogler has stated that his 2016 decision to decline an invitation to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences stemmed from his busy schedule and discomfort with judging films, not animosity toward Oscar voters. The director shared these insights in a New York Times profile amid strong Oscar buzz for his latest film, Sinners. Coogler emphasized his preference for labor unions over awards bodies while appreciating the camaraderie of awards season.