Overview

• The biographical film 'Reagan,' starring Dennis Quaid, failed to meet the Academy's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) standards, making it ineligible for a Best Picture nomination.
• The DEI standards require films to meet at least two out of four criteria, including representation of underrepresented groups in casting, creative leadership, or other production areas.
• Screenwriter Howard Klausner expressed disappointment, stating that the rules exclude many films and contribute to cultural division in Hollywood.
• Despite a 98% audience approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the film received an 18% critics score and was also nominated for several Golden Raspberry Awards (Razzies).
• The producer plans to seek a Guinness World Record for the largest disparity between audience and critics' scores, underscoring the divide in reception.