“Reagan” had little chance of taking an Oscar home this year.
In 2024, the movie received harsh criticisms from reviewers who generally lean towards liberal views. Some critics even placed it on their “Least Favorable of 2024” lists. Interestingly, it managed to secure a remarkable 98% positive feedback from viewers.
Any sliver of possibility that the film might secure a Best Picture nomination quickly dissolved with a single DEI rule change. Essentially, the film failed to comply with the revised diversity standards set by the Oscars, thus becoming ineligible for the top award.
The guidelines under discussion originated from the flames of social unrest during the 2020 Black Lives Matter demonstrations. Last year, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences instituted diversity requirements that now compel potential Best Picture nominees to meet several socially progressive criteria.
A movie should either employ a varied team or address topics related to underrepresented communities, and it seems Jewish people do not fall into this category. (However, it’s important to note that this is not necessarily true, as there are many films with Jewish themes and crews.)
It seems that Ronald Reagan’s film did not meet all the necessary criteria, and this is not an unusual occurrence. According to TheWrap.com, a total of 116 movies released last year were similarly ineligible for Best Picture nomination.
As a movie buff, I must clarify that not every film fails the diversity test. There are some movies out there that may not tick all the boxes in terms of other criteria, but they still manage to showcase diverse perspectives and characters, which is equally important for a well-rounded cinematic experience.
As a passionate cinephile, I must share that come January 1st, 2024, my eager eyes will be set on at least one of six major U.S. cities: Los Angeles County, New York City, the Bay Area, Chicago, Illinois, Miami, Florida, or Atlanta, Georgia. The reason being, feature films I wish to savor must make their grand debut in a commercial movie theater within these metropolitan areas and maintain a minimum qualifying run of seven uninterrupted days at the same venue from January 1st, 2024, to December 31st, 2024. And oh, did I mention that the films should be more than 40 minutes long? It’s all about the cinematic experience for me!
Others were cast aside like “Reagan.”
Acting legend Richard Dreyfuss is among a small group who have openly criticized the new diversity initiatives. In his words, these recent regulations left him feeling nauseous.
“Reagan” earned $30 million during its theatrical run despite terrible reviews.
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