2024 Oscars In Memoriam Segment Sparks Outrage for Omissions and Presentation

Critics slam the Academy for excluding notable figures and distracting performance choices during the tribute.

The 2024 Oscars' In Memoriam segment faced criticism for omitting notable figures like Lance Reddick, Angus Cloud, and Ron Cephas Jones, among others.
Viewers expressed outrage over the presentation style, which included interpretive dance and limited visibility of the deceased's names and faces.
The Academy attempted to address the omissions by including a brief list of additional names at the end of the segment, but this was deemed insufficient by many.
The choice of Andrea Bocelli and his son Matteo to perform
Time to Say Goodbye
during the segment was criticized for distracting from the tribute.
Social media users called the segment disrespectful and a misfire, highlighting the need for a more focused and respectful presentation.