Here are the "Inclusion Standards" Best Picture has to meet:
Beginning in 2024, all contenders for Best Picture at the Oscars need to meet the following "inclusion" criteria to be considered.
A film must meet at least two standards across four categories: “Onscreen Representation, Themes and Narratives,” “Creative Leadership and Project Team,” “Industry Access and Opportunities” and “Audience Development.” Within each category are a variety of criteria.
According to the Academy, the racial or ethnic groups that are acceptable as ‘underrepresented racial or ethnic groups” include actors that are:
Asian
Hispanic/Latinx
Black/African American
Indigenous/Native American/Alaskan Native
Middle Eastern/North African
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
The 30% of all actors in secondary and more minor roles must come from these groups:
Women
Racial or ethnic group
LGBTQ+
People with cognitive or physical disabilities, or who are deaf or hard of hearing
The main storyline/subject matter must revolve around one of these groups:
Women
Racial or ethnic group
LGBTQ+
People with cognitive or physical disabilities, or who are deaf or hard of hearing
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