Oscar Voters Required to View All Nominees Before Casting Their Ballots
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has made a significant announcement: all Oscar voters are now required to watch every film nominated in each category before casting their final votes. This new rule aims to address a long-standing concern that some voters may overlook certain films in the selection process.
According to the Academy, this requirement will take effect for the upcoming Oscars ceremony scheduled for March 2026. Previously, the Academy operated on an honor system, trusting voters to view all…