There’s no way around it, Hollywood has an uneven record when it comes to portraying rural people and places on the big and small screens. Yes, there are plenty of films and shows that get rural right, but there are also many examples that fall into the trap of relying on tired clichés and stereotypes. […]
Tag: Oscars
Rural movies had a pretty good showing at the latest Academy Awards. Nomadland took home Oscars for Best Picture, Best Director for Chloé Zhao, and Best Actress for Frances McDormand. Meanwhile, Yuh-Jung Youn won the prize for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in Minari. Take a closer look at the winners, the nominees, and other rural movies with our reviews, interviews, and more coverage.
