2023-12-11 12:56:15
The 96th Academy Awards will be held on March 10 next year. The film “Dark Lights” co-starring Sylvia Chang, Simon Yam, Chow Hanning and Cai Siyun originally represented Hong Kong in the “Best International Film” award.
According to foreign media reports, a total of 92 films were submitted to compete for this award this year. However, in the end, members were asked to vote on the shortlist, and only 88 qualified films. “Dark Lights” was not on the shortlist. It was mysteriously DQ, which means that Hong Kong did not qualify. Compete for this award.
The Hong Kong Film Producers Association issued a statement on the social platform at about 5 pm today (11th): “To the Lights Dimming Co., Ltd.: The association has selected the new selection committee in a fair and just manner and in accordance with the established procedures in the past. “Lights Out” represented Hong Kong in the “Best International Film” competition at the 96th Academy Awards. However, unfortunately, it was recently notified by the Oscars that “Lights Out” was not able to represent Hong Kong in the competition. The main reason is still unknown. Check “Lights Out” After being selected by most of the selection committee to represent Hong Kong in the competition, it is highly anticipated. It is a pity that we are not able to participate this time. This event is very rare and very regrettable.”
The official social platform of “Lights Out” also forwarded the relevant statement from the Hong Kong Film Producers Association and wrote: “The crew received a notice from the Hong Kong Film Producers Association this morning: “Lights Out” was not successfully promoted. The reason for being on the shortlist for the Oscar for Best International Film is unknown. The crew feels deeply regretful and is waiting for further explanations from the association and the Oscars. Thank you for your attention.”
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