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'The response from our organization was inadequate': The Oscars know they dropped the ball on Will Smith's slap.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2023. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Dalton, Andrew 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' recent Oscar nominees luncheon, where president Janet Yang addressed the previous year's incident involving Will Smith and Chris Rock, acknowledging the academy's inadequate response. Yang emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in crisis situations, promising a more decisive approach in the future. The event also celebrated the nominees, featuring interactions among notable figures such as Tom Cruise, Angela Bassett, and Michelle Yeoh, while highlighting the importance of keeping acceptance speeches to 45 seconds during the upcoming ceremony. The luncheon served as both a celebratory gathering and an orientation for the nominees. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fortune.com. 2023/02, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Film
  • Publication Date:2023
  • Accession Number:161893906
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