Dreyfuss Denounces Oscar Inclusion Reforms, Defends Laurence Olivier's Use of Blackface

Richard Dreyfuss criticized the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' new diversity and inclusion standards, calling them "patronizing" and "thoughtless."
Dreyfuss condemned Hollywood's new inclusivity standards in a recent interview, claiming that the guidelines make him "vomit" and stifle creativity and risk.
Dreyfuss defended Laurence Olivier's performance in blackface in the 1965 feature "Othello," saying it was "brilliant."
Dreyfuss believes that no group in society today should be given special treatment and that art should not be legislated.
Dreyfuss argues against the idea that representation should be limited to certain groups and that people should be able to represent other groups regardless of their race or ethnicity.