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Sacha Baron Cohen Banned from the 84th Annual Academy Awards?
by Ethan Anderton
February 22, 2012
Source: 24 Frames
When it comes to award shows, Sacha Baron Cohen knows how to make an entrance and get people talking, especially when his character Bruno decided to dropped in on Eminem at the MTV Movie Awards a few years ago. Now Cohen was apparently poised to appear yet again at an awards show in character, this time as General Aladeen, from his forthcoming film The Dictator, at the 84th Annual Academy Awards this Sunday. However, 24 Frames has learned that there's a slight possibility that Cohen will be banned if he attempts to take on the red carpet and ceremony in character to promote his upcoming film.
While this might be viewed as the Academy being grumpy and old fashioned, there's actually a decent explanation. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has always been against promoting future films during the ceremony. 24 Frames points out that this is why presenters at the ceremony are never introduced as "star of the upcoming…" during the telecast. While many outlets are saying that Cohen has already been banned from the ceremony, apparently an academy spokeswoman said no decision on the matter had been made and they were trying to learn more about Cohen's intentions. The Academy has reached out to Paramount Pictures on the matter, but the studio says they cannot control what Cohen will do at the ceremony so they have no authority in the matter.
It would certainly get more people to tune in, but the Academy does have principles, so I fully understand if they decide to lock Cohen out. Of course, the ceremony has become a bit stuffy over the years, so maybe it's time to spice things up a bit. The Oscars should be more than just a fancy party with Hollywood in fancy tuxedos and dresses. It should be a real celebration, and why can't the audience get in on the fun at home too? Well at least The Muppets are still lined up to present at the ceremony. I guess we'll have to wait and see what happens when the Oscars air Sunday, February 26th at 7/6c on ABC. What do you think?
10 Comments
1
it such a shame if he wont be there. I love Cohen comedy style.
Truong18 on Feb 22, 2012
2
I hope he comes dressed normally and changes into the Dictator in the bathroom.
HealthyPoison on Feb 22, 2012
3
Award shows are pretty boring generally, at least Cohen wearing some fancy clothes bring a bit of..,m, fell asleeeeeeeeeeep,
Crapola on Feb 22, 2012
5
the Academy has principles?
bat0u on Feb 22, 2012
6
They do but only when it suits them
Guest on Feb 23, 2012
7
Does anybody know if the full ceremony will be posted online on some website? I ask cuz I'm gonna miss it and won't be able to watch it again on tv for a long time, but will have my laptop with me.
JBrotsis on Feb 23, 2012
8
I'm glad the Academy is doing something right. I hate the fact that he's getting publicity for getting banned. They should just ignore him.
Davide Coppola on Feb 23, 2012
9
Probably a stunt to include in his new movie.
Max Renn on Feb 24, 2012
10
zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz. He has had his 15 minutes of fame. Poor little boy apparently did not receive enough love from mommy. . . .
DustyOR on Feb 24, 2012
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