OSCARS & POLITICAL ACTIVISM
Use of major entertainment award ceremonies, particularly the Academy Awards, as platforms for geopolitical and human rights advocacy
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What a Forgettable and Ridiculous Oscar Winner
EL PAÍSQué batallas tan olvidables e irrisorias
3/16/2026, 5:58:39 PM
A film critic writing in El País argues that "A Complete Unknown" — the big Oscar winner — shows no artistic merit whatsoever. The author contends that two far more beautiful and emotionally resonant films, "A Complete Unknown" and "Frankenstein," were unjustly overlooked by the Academy. The piece reads as a sharp rebuke of the Oscars' taste and judgment this year.
'One Battle After Another' dominates the Oscars with six wins at a ceremony that shunned politics
EL PAÍS‘Una batalla tras otra’ gana el duelo de los Oscar con seis premios en una gala ajena a la política y a la guerra
3/16/2026, 4:52:27 PM
Paul Thomas Anderson's film 'One Battle After Another' was the big winner at the Oscars, taking home six awards and edging out 'Sinners' (four awards) and 'Frankenstein' (three). The ceremony was notably subdued in political terms, with scant references to current conflicts or world affairs. Spain's entry 'Sirât' left empty-handed.
Jimmy Kimmel Mocks Trump at the Oscars: "Will He Get Angry Because His Wife Wasn't Nominated?"
EL PAÍSJimmy Kimmel se burla de Donald Trump en los Oscar: “¿Se va a enfadar porque su esposa no fue nominada?”
3/16/2026, 12:36:20 PM
Comedian Jimmy Kimmel took aim at Donald Trump during the Oscars ceremony while presenting the awards for Best Short Film and Best Documentary Feature. Kimmel used his stage time to joke about Melania Trump's documentary, which was not nominated for an Oscar. The quip drew laughs and renewed attention to the intersection of Hollywood and US politics.
Anna Wintour and Anne Hathaway's Devil Wears Prada Moment Steals the Oscars
EL PAÍSEl momentazo de película de Anna Wintour y Anne Hathaway en los Oscar: “¿Te parece bien mi vestido de esta noche?”
3/16/2026, 11:43:00 AM
Anna Wintour and Anne Hathaway shared a standout moment at the Oscars ceremony, playfully recreating the dynamic from the film The Devil Wears Prada. Hathaway asked Wintour, the iconic Vogue editor-in-chief, for her approval of her dress, mirroring her role as Andy Sachs in the classic film. The pair appeared together on stage to present two awards at the ceremony.
Oscars 2026: The night Hollywood spoke out against Trump
DEUTSCHE WELLEOscars 2026: All the political moments
3/16/2026, 10:24:00 AM
The 2026 Academy Awards turned into a night of political defiance, with presenters and winners from diverse backgrounds using the stage to condemn Donald Trump's policies. Speakers denounced what they called his "wars" and restrictions on human rights, describing the current moment as "chaotic and frightening." The ceremony underscored Hollywood's growing role as a platform for political dissent against the Trump administration.
DiCaprio's Mustache, Chalamet's Loss and K-pop's Win: How Social Media Experienced the Oscars
EL PAÍSEl bigote de DiCaprio, la derrota de Chalamet, la dignidad de Bardem y el éxito del k-pop: los Oscar que se vivieron en las redes
3/16/2026, 7:01:26 AM
The Oscars ceremony was warmly received on social media, with awards split between "One Battle After Another" and "Sinners," alongside recognition for "The K-pop Guerrillas." Leonardo DiCaprio's mustache and Javier Bardem's dignified presence were among the night's viral talking points, while Timothée Chalamet's loss also generated buzz. Brazilian fans, who had rallied behind their film without a win, responded to the disappointment with good humor.