The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is exploring the possibility of adding a Best Stunts Category to the Oscars. This move comes after years of industry campaigning for proper recognition of stunt performers. Academy CEO Bill Kramer confirmed they are in discussions with members of the stunt community. The Academy recently added a new award for Casting Directors, indicating their openness to recognizing different facets of film production. The new award will launch in two years. The cast of 'The Fall Guy' has also pushed for this addition.
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A Best Stunt category at the Oscars finally gains momentum with the Academy after years of industry campaigning for proper recognition. https://t.co/Y8W7i3d10S
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The Academy is exploring “the possibility” of a stunt category for the Oscars. (Source: https://t.co/uVF1gTvNg0) https://t.co/IyQPzJBRCZ
The Academy is FINALLY giving stunt crews the recognition they deserve and has begun the process of adding a Best Stunts Category into the Oscars. (via https://t.co/FlCSa8v0FW) https://t.co/P0R4hdiKVG
EXCLUSIVE: The Academy is exploring "the possibility" of a stunt category for the Oscars. "We’re talking to members of the stunt community," Academy CEO Bill Kramer tells Empire. "We added a new award that will launch in two years for Casting Directors, so we’re always open to… https://t.co/p2YHuwQLtU