Joaquin Phoenix urged the film industry to dismantle a"system of oppression" in an acceptance speech at the British Academy Film Awards on Sunday.
Phoenix, who won the award for best leading actor for"Joker," criticized the lack of diversity among the nominated creators and performers this awards season, saying the issue could no longer be ignored. Joaquin Phoenix accepts his Leading Actor award for his performance in @jokermovie #EEBAFTAs #BAFTAs pic.twitter.com/1nK49CjrJo
— BAFTA February 2, 2020 Phoenix said that while he felt"honored" to be in attendance and appreciated the support from the BAFTA organization, he was"ashamed" that actors of color were not afforded the"same privilege.""I feel conflicted because so many of my fellow actors that are deserving don't have that same privilege. I think that we send a very clear message to people of color that you're not welcome here," Phoenix said.
I hate to say this but the BAFTAS like other awards are for excellence. What are all these complaints about diversity for? You want to get a BAFTA award, do an outstanding job and you will be recognized regardless of your race or background, PERIOD! This nonsense should STOP!
It’s a shame he didn’t know the nominations and lack of diversity before the ceremony, then he could have stayed away in protest, versus waiting until after he collects his trophy to protest.
Does it ever stop
forevershinin So you like him now?
You should have demonstrated your concern by giving your award to a more diverse leading actor. Show us by your actions not words
I thought JP was Puerto Rican...
ZZZZZzzz Hollywood is so busy cannibalizing itself
More of the same narrative pushing here. These fools are implying that white males are 'holding down' Everybody else (except for Asians). If we just start handing out participation awards will the left stop complaining? NO. they will always what 'equality' handed to them. losers
Wonder why he took the award? He should have given it to a black person.
Then maybe he should give up his award in the name of diversity.
BonnyJyrne hopefully once he’s done calling everybody out he calls me x
PennyLebyane if you are interested get back to us through service provided including: *Home improvement *Debt Consolidation Loan *Business Loans *Car Loan contact us today and you will be glad doing business with us via whatsapp +1 808-784-7181
😂 😂 😂 😂 white people GOING BUNKERS, Whenever their own, open their eyes and minds to their bullshit. They start to cry me a RIVER 😭 😭 😭 😭 😭 😭 😭 😭 😭 😭 GTFOH
Blah blah blah.
If they were good enough they’d be there. Do we need a quota system?
This is an example of systemic racism and how the film industry is still ignoring the lack of diversity and that people of color are not given the same opportunities as white actor and actresses even though they benefit from them in the film making process.
He’s in the most sick violent gross movie of the year. So shut up. The best we’re there. We don’t chose by race
Identity politics is the greatest evil of our time.
truth
Entertainment Entertainment Latest News, Entertainment Entertainment Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Prince William Says Lack of Diversity in BAFTA Noms 'Simply Cannot Be Right in This Day and Age'Joaquin Phoenix also addressed the issue during his acceptance speech for best actor Just what the entertainment industry needs: another white guy giving a speech about diversity. Do you know what will bring diversity to the BAFTAs? BETTER MOVIES MADE BY MORE DIVERSE PEOPLE! Do these people learn nothing from their mistakes? But your the President of the association so what have you been doing to change it You were mute when your sister in law, who is black, was being bullied by the british press. All that privilege and money and you chose to only worry about your hoes
Source: people - 🏆 712. / 51 Read more »
Joaquin Phoenix calls out BAFTAs for lack of diversity during speech for 'Joker' winJoaquin Phoenix scored yet another major award for his performance in Joker on Sunday, winning the BAFTA Leading Actor prize. In a… That's for you, BAFTA... Oh shut up You want to make a statement? Don’t accept the BAFTA because if it’s lack of diversity.
Source: EW - 🏆 713. / 51 Read more »
Source: DEADLINE - 🏆 109. / 63 Read more »
Source: THR - 🏆 411. / 53 Read more »