The global distribution of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences members has expanded extensively compared to previous times. Nonetheless, a significant majority of voters, approximately 6,000 out of 10,000, are still located in and around Southern California. Unfortunately, this region is currently grappling with rampant wildfires.
Following thoughtfulness towards numerous members who’ve experienced disruption due to a recent event, the Academy has decided to prolong the voting window for Oscar nominations. Originally starting at 9am PT on Wednesday and ending at 5pm PT on Sunday, the deadline is now being extended until 5pm PT on Jan. 14. Moreover, the announcement of the Oscar nominations, initially scheduled for Friday, Jan. 17, has been postponed to Sunday, Jan. 19.
More to come.
Dear Academy members,
Allow us to extend our heartfelt sympathies to those affected by the tragic wildfires sweeping through Southern California. Many among our community and peers reside and work in the Los Angeles region, and our thoughts are with you during these difficult times.
Due to the current fire situation, I’d like to inform you about some changes concerning the Oscars nominations timeline and provide recent details about the Oscars Shortlist Screenings, Oscars Bake-Offs, and the Academy Museum.
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In light of the ongoing fire incident, I’m providing updates on an extension to the Oscars nominations deadline as well as fresh information regarding the Oscars Shortlist Screenings, Oscars Bake-Offs, and the opening of the Academy Museum.
Voting for the 97th Academy Awards commenced this morning at 9am Pacific Time. We are expanding the voting period by an additional two days to accommodate members with busy schedules. The voting deadline has been set for Tuesday, January 14 at 5pm Pacific Time.
Therefore, we’re shifting the date for our Oscars Nominations Announcement from January 17th (a Friday) to January 19th (a Sunday). Further details about the announcement will be shared shortly.
The International Feature Film Shortlist Screening, originally planned for tonight in Los Angeles, has been moved to later this week instead. However, the screenings in New York and London will proceed as initially scheduled. Kindly remember that all 15 shortlisted films in the International Feature Film category can be accessed on the Academy Screening Room (ASR).
The in-person Los Angeles Sound Branch Competition set for January 11th has been called off. The dates for the Bay Area, London, and New York competitions remain as scheduled. Please remember that the competition will still be accessible to all members on the ASR platform.
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The in-person Los Angeles Sound Branch Contest planned for January 11th has been postponed. The dates for the Bay Area, London, and New York contests remain the same. Just a heads up that the contest will still be open to all members on the ASR platform.
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The Los Angeles in-person Sound Branch Event scheduled for January 11th has been canceled. The dates for the Bay Area, London, and New York events remain unaffected. Please remember that the event will still be accessible to all members on the ASR platform.
The live makeup artist and hairstylist competitions in Los Angeles and New York, originally scheduled for January 11th, have been called off. Instead, members of the Makeup Artists and Hairstylists Branch are invited to join a virtual meeting with the nominated individuals on the same date (January 11th). Further details about this event will be shared soon. Meanwhile, you can access clips of the shortlisted films on the ASR platform.
The live events for the Visual Effects Branch Bake-Offs in Los Angeles and Bay Area, originally set for January 11, have been called off. Instead, members of the Visual Effects Branch are invited to join a virtual meeting with the nominated candidates on the same date (January 11), further details will be provided shortly. Note that you’ll be able to watch Bake-Off clips from the shortlisted films on the ASR platform.
Lastly, it’s important to note that the Academy Museum is not open today, specifically on Wednesday, January 8th. All screenings have been postponed. For further details, kindly visit www.academymuseum.org.
Thank you for your understanding during this complex time. We hope everyone is safe.
Bill Kramer
CEO
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