A few weeks ago, the Academy sent a letter to all the nominees, where it anticipated that video calls would not be a viable option to participate in this ceremony that wants to be face-to-face despite the pandemic.
“For those of you who cannot attend due to schedule problems or travel concerns, we want you to know that there will be no option to connect by video call. We will do our best to provide a safe, in-person evening for you and the millions of fans. worldwide, “said producers Steven Soderbergh, Stacey Sher and Jesse Collins.
Those responsible for the ceremony have reserved for this Union Station, the central train station in Los Angeles and where they have designed an outdoor space for the awards ceremony..
Part of the Oscars is also expected to take place at the Dolby Theater, the traditional home of the great movie festival.
The confinement imposed in countries such as France on Italy and the recent extensions of international travel restrictions have disrupted the Oscars’ plans, and it was announced on Monday that they were looking for alternatives.
In a video call held today, the producers of the gala revealed that they are preparing secondary Oscars venues in some parts of Europe for those who cannot travel to the United States.
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