Denis Villeneuve Snubbed for Best Director Oscar Despite Acclaimed Work on 'Dune: Part Two'

The Academy's repeated omission of Villeneuve highlights its ongoing disregard for sci-fi filmmakers in major categories.

Denis Villeneuve was excluded from the Best Director category for 'Dune: Part Two,' despite the film earning a Best Picture nomination.
This marks the second time Villeneuve has been overlooked for directing a 'Dune' film, sparking frustration among fans and industry figures.
Critics and supporters argue that Villeneuve's adaptation of Frank Herbert's complex novel is a remarkable achievement in cinematic storytelling and visual artistry.
The Academy has historically marginalized sci-fi films, with only one traditional sci-fi director winning Best Director in its history.
The snub has reignited debates about the Academy's bias toward traditional dramas and its failure to recognize genre-defying works.