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Oscars 2023: Filmmakers Address Political Struggles and Solidarity

3/6/2025

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At the 97th Academy Awards on March 2, winners passionately tackled pressing political issues. Iranian filmmaker Hossein Molayemi shared the struggles of making his film amidst conflict, while the creators of “No Other Land” condemned U.S. foreign policy on Israel and Palestine. Host Conan O’Brien and actress Daryl Hannah expressed solidarity with Ukraine, amplifying the evening's powerful message.

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At the 97th Academy Awards on March 2, winners passionately tackled pressing political issues. Iranian filmmaker Hossein Molayemi shared the struggles of making his film amidst conflict, while the creators of “No Other Land” condemned U.S. foreign policy on Israel and Palestine. Host Conan O’Brien and actress Daryl Hannah expressed solidarity with Ukraine, amplifying the evening's powerful message.