The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has announced its new planned “popular” Oscar “merits further study” and will not present the new category at the upcoming 91st Academy Awards.
The Academy stated that “while remaining committed to celebrating a wide spectrum of movies,” it recognized that implementing any new award nine months into the year “creates challenges for films that have already been released.”
The AMPAS board of governors will continue to be actively engaged in discussions and will be seeking input regarding the category going forward.
“There has been a wide range of reactions to the introduction of a new award, and we recognize the need for further discussion with our members,” said Academy CEO Dawn Hudson. “We have made changes to the Oscars over the years — including this year — and we will continue to evolve while also respecting the incredible legacy of the last 90 years.”
