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Good things happen to those who wait, and we’ve been waiting an awfully long time for this news. Today, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has revealed their plans to finally add stunt design to the categories at the annual Academy Awards.
Please applaud. Unfortunately, there is a sprinkle of bad news, as the competition won’t heat up until the 2027 cinematic year, with the winners announced at the following year’s 100th Oscars. Sure, we get the milestone anniversary mixed with a milestone event, but we’d love it if the stunt performers could crash into the event next year. Still, we will take our wins where they come and are grateful to see stunt performers crossing the finish line and earning the props they deserve with this big reveal. With its rollout not taking effect for a few years, the Academy has some time to figure out exactly what the rules will be when it comes to how they’ll judge the Best Stunt category. The group of mysterious judges will be working hard to come up with the regulations until 2027, when they’ll move their decisions from the darkness into the light. The specifics are being overseen by the Academy’s Board of Governors and executive leadership. Right now, more than 100 stunt pros make up the Academy’s Production and Technology Branch, meaning they’re already integrated and familiar with the layout. In a statement paired with the announcement, Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang said, “Since the early days of cinema, stunt design has been an integral part of filmmaking. We are proud to honor the innovative work of these technical and creative artists, and we congratulate them for their commitment and dedication in reaching this momentous occasion.” The Push For a Stunt Category Close Somewhere, in a martial arts studio, Chad Stahelski is crying happy tears over the big news. The John Wick director has long been a proponent for stunt performers to have their time in the spotlight — specifically on stage at the Academy Awards. A few years ago, he began asking many of the same questions that those in charge of the category are likely pondering now, like does the choreographer receive the trophy or the stunt performer? Nevertheless, he always stuck to his guns, and was certain this day would come, even previously telling Collider, "I’m all for stunts, for someone to get an Oscar. I think we’re a big part of it, if not one of the biggest parts, especially in the visuals in some of the biggest movies out there."
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