Academy drops pandemic-era Oscars qualification rules 'as theaters have reopened'
The Best Documentary categories also receive new names. The Academy has shifted itsOscarsqualification rules for movies as theaters continue to reopen through the global COVID-19 pandemic. Sound contenders will also be required to make their films available for viewing by that branch’s members. ‘CODA’ wins Best Picture at the 2022 Oscars.David Livingston/Getty Images “Digital links to materials will be permitted under certain circumstances. Keep up with the ever-changing slate of2022-2023 awards season dates, and read ourearly projections for the 2023 Oscars....