The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences says 45% of those invited to join its membership this year are women and 36% are from underrepresented ethnic and racial communities. However, the Academy remains largely white and male overall.
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences President David Rubin speaks onstage during the 11th Annual Governors Awards at The Ray Dolby Ballroom at Hollywood & Highland Center on October 27, 2019 in Hollywood, Calif.Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences President David Rubin speaks onstage during the 11th Annual Governors Awards at The Ray Dolby Ballroom at Hollywood & Highland Center on October 27, 2019 in Hollywood, Calif.
"Though there is still much work to be done, this class looks more like an actual jury of our PEERS than ever before."In a statement, Academy President David Rubin says,"The Academy is delighted to welcome these distinguished fellow travelers in the motion picture arts and sciences. We have always embraced extraordinary talent that reflects the rich variety of our global film community, and never more so than now.
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