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Behind the Oscar Curtain: Scandals and Apologies


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The 2025 Academy Awards weren’t just about golden statues—they were a golden opportunity to survive a PR crisis. From a rumored affair between two co-stars, resurfaced blackface performances to the growing debate over artificial intelligence in filmmaking, this year’s Oscars put the industry’s ethical dilemmas front and center. 

How did major nominees handle the heat? Taking a closer look at how these Hollywood players navigated public backlash and owned—or avoided—their past decisions. These moments aren’t just about damage control; they’re reshaping how audiences view performance, ethics, and storytelling itself. So, can artistry exist without controversy in a world that’s always watching? Let’s unpack it in this episode.

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