Oscars

Building on initial 99th Academy Awards rule announcements, the Academy has clarified exclusions for AI-generated actors and screenplays, responding to Hollywood unions' concerns over synthetic likenesses and job threats. Other updates allow multiple top acting nods and award Best International Feature directly to directors.

2. mai 2026 Rapportert av AI

As the Academy tightens rules to bar AI-generated works from the 99th Oscars, major gaming awards like the Game Awards and BAFTAs have adopted far softer stances on AI, requiring disclosure in some cases but not outright bans.

Updated box office projections place Phil Lord and Chris Miller's Project Hail Mary, starring Ryan Gosling, on track for a $77 million-plus opening weekend, surpassing initial estimates of $71 million. Variety hails Gosling's performance alongside puppeteer James Ortiz's Rocky as Oscar-worthy, praising its emotional depth and spontaneity.

20. mars 2026 Rapportert av AI

David Borenstein, who won an Oscar for best documentary for 'Mr Nobody Against Putin,' is developing a new feature titled 'Living in Our Heads' with producer Helle Faber. He is also collaborating with PBS on its Nova program. The projects draw inspiration from his recent Oscar success.

In a continuation of her sportsmanship at the 2026 Oscars, Teyana Taylor posted a supportive Instagram Stories message praising Amy Madigan's genuine love for her craft on and off screen, following her defense against backlash for enthusiastically celebrating Madigan's Best Supporting Actress win.

17. mars 2026 Rapportert av AI

The latest episode of Deadline's Doc Talk podcast examines the surprise win of Mr. Nobody Against Putin for best documentary feature at the 2026 Oscars. Hosts John Ridley and Matt Carey debate the results, including why Netflix's The Perfect Neighbor fell short. The episode also features conversations from the True/False festival in Columbia, Missouri.