Joe Russo Criticizes Harvey Weinstein for Shaping Oscars Bias Against Blockbusters

The director claims Weinstein's tactics in the mid-1990s shifted awards focus to art films, sidelining popular mainstream movies.

Joe Russo, co-director of major Marvel films, argues that Harvey Weinstein's Oscar campaigns vilified blockbusters to champion independent films.
Russo claims this shift began in the mid-1990s, altering public perception of the Oscars and reducing recognition for popular films.
He highlights that mainstream movies like Marvel films have kept cinemas thriving but remain largely overlooked in major award categories.
The director reflects on the divisive state of the film industry, attributing it to a lack of cohesion and Hollywood's focus on sensationalism.
Despite some exceptions like 'Black Panther,' Russo notes the Oscars continue to favor smaller art films over high-grossing blockbusters.