Amy Poehler Slams Oscars for Overlooking Comedy

Amy Poehler criticized the Oscars for neglecting comedy films during an episode of her podcast 'Good Hang'. Despite positive reception, comedies struggle in the Oscar race, as seen with 'Barbie' not receiving key nominations. Upcoming comedies like 'Bugonia' and 'Jay Kelly' are gaining traction as drama-leaning frontrunners.

Amy Poehler, known for her 'Saturday Night Live' fame, has openly criticized the Oscars for consistently overlooking comedy films. On her podcast 'Good Hang', hosting actors Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch, she expressed her frustration over the tendency to reward other genres rather than comedy.

During the conversation, Poehler reacted to Cumberbatch's remark that mastering comedy means mastering any genre. She highlighted how every year at the Oscars, comedic talents are overshadowed by more 'serious' genres, calling it unjust and stating that comedy is far from easy.

According to Variety, while the Oscars have begun to acknowledge movies with comedic elements, like 'Everything Everywhere All at Once', traditional comedies still face an uphill battle. Upcoming Oscar contenders like 'Bugonia' and 'Jay Kelly' are more drama-leaning, leaving conventional comedies like 'Friendship' as long shots despite good reviews.

(With inputs from agencies.)