The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences is adding a new category for Best Casting but has not yet recognized Best Stunt, despite its significant contribution to cinema. Industry insiders and stunt professionals have been advocating for the inclusion of Best Stunt at the Oscars.
Key Points
Academy adds Best Casting category but does not include Best Stunt
Industry professionals and stunt performers advocate for the recognition of Best Stunt at the Oscars
Debate ongoing on how to determine and award Best Stunt in film
Pros
Recognition for the essential role casting directors play in filmmaking
Acknowledgment of the long-standing contribution of stunt performers to cinema
Progress towards including a Best Stunt category at the Oscars
Cons
Delay in recognizing the importance of stunt performers in the film industry
Lack of clarity on how the Best Stunt category would be awarded