In a world awash in war and fascism, Academy Award winners are having to navigate an impossible conundrum: do you talk about it all on stage, or ignore it entirely? Al Horner speaks to Hollywood insiders and Oscar winners Adam McKay and Graham Moore about the biggest elephant in the room this awards season
At the 2025 Oscars, actors are notably cautious about making political statements due to the high risk of controversy, as evidenced by past incidents. Crafting an acceptance speech that avoids backlash is increasingly challenging, especially in the age of social media. The current geopolitical tensions, including wars in Gaza and Ukraine, and the aftermath of Donald Trump's presidency, add layers of complexity, making this year's speeches particularly sensitive.
