It was nowhere near as good as that.
There wouldâve been many who havenât seen Weapons or even know of the plot and therefore mightâve been quite confused with this yearâs Oscars intro. However, they probably would at least recognise the filmâs now iconic antagonist, from online viral memes and press tours over the past 6 months.
Nope. Had no idea what he was doing. Had to look for an explanation online when he said he borrowed the actressâs wig. Still not familiar with the movie so donât get it.
Australia has seven nominations, led by The Narrow Road to the Deep North which is nominated for Best Limited Series and Best Performance in a Drama (Jacob Elordi).
The move coincides with the Academyâs broadcast deal with YouTube from the 2029 Oscars.
UPDATE 8/4
The 99th Oscars will be held on March 14, 2027 and the 100th Oscars will take place on March 5, 2028.
Baftaâs âunreservedâ apology to the Black and disability communities came two days after the BBCâs executive complaints unit found the broadcaster breached its editorial standards when it broadcast the racial slur.