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Are The Oscars Headed For Irrelevancy?


Published on 2025-03-02 17:24:22 - Forbes
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  • A fractured Oscar race seems unlikely to change sagging telecast ratings. The bigger problem is the smart, small films the Academy likes to honor are becoming scarce.

The article from Forbes, published on March 2, 2025, discusses the potential decline in relevance of the Oscars. It highlights several factors contributing to this trend: the Academy's struggle to keep up with the rapidly evolving film industry, including the rise of streaming services, changes in audience preferences, and the diversification of content. The Oscars are criticized for being out of touch with modern viewers, particularly younger audiences who engage more with digital and social media platforms. The piece also notes the Academy's efforts to adapt, such as diversifying its membership and recognizing more international films, but questions whether these changes are enough to maintain the Oscars' cultural significance. Additionally, the article touches on the impact of controversies, like #OscarsSoWhite, and the competition from other awards shows that might be more in tune with contemporary cultural shifts.

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[ https://www.forbes.com/sites/dbloom/2025/03/02/are-the-oscars-headed-for-irrelevancy/ ]