Oscars by the Numbers

Alyssa Evans
Feb 23, 2017 · 1 min read

Diversity
There are a record six black actors nominated for an Academy Award this year, but historically the Oscars are infamous for their lack of diversity.

Speeches
Although award shows weren’t always a platform for the media industry to comment on political issues, speeches such as Meryl Streep’s at the Golden Globes suggest this year’s Academy Award ceremony is going to have some strong political commentary.

Where Films Stand
With fourteen nominations, La La Land is a favored pick for “Best Picture.” Here’s how films stack up based on the awards they’ve won so far.