Natalie Portman calls out Oscars for snubbing ‘extraordinary films’ by female directors in 2026 nominations

Hollywood star Natalie Portman voiced strong criticism at the Sundance Film Festival, highlighting the Academy Awards' oversight of women-directed films in its recent nominations. She lamented that exceptional movies like 'Sorry Baby' and 'Hedda' were overlooked, despite receiving widespread acclaim.

Natalie Portman calls out Oscars for snubbing ‘extraordinary films’ by female directors in 2026 nominations
Hollywood star Natalie Portman voiced strong criticism at the Sundance Film Festival, highlighting the Academy Awards' oversight of women-directed films in its recent nominations. She lamented that exceptional movies like 'Sorry Baby' and 'Hedda' were overlooked, despite receiving widespread acclaim.