Andrea Riseborough has spoken out for the first time about the controversy over her Oscars nomination
“The Academy has determined the activity in question does not rise to the level that the film’s nomination should be rescinded,” AMPAS CEO “It’s been confusing,” Riseborough told THR in her first statements about the controversy. “And it’s wonderful the film’s getting seen. I suppose it’s a really bright ray of light. When any of us engage in anything, we want for that piece of work to be absorbed in some way. You can’t control how people absorb it.
As for measures that need to be taken, she observed, “Awards campaigning is as acerbically exclusive as it has always been. I do not yet know which measures will best encourage meritocracy. I’ve been working toward discovering them and will continue to.” Of the debate over her nomination has elicited Riseborough says, “It not only makes sense that this conversation would be sparked, but it is necessary. The film industry is abhorrently unequal in terms of opportunity. I’m mindful not to speak for the experience of other people because they are better placed to speak, and I want to listen.”
She continued, “I am grateful for the conversation because it must be had. It has deeply impacted me.”
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