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Five Oscar nominees in the foreign-language film category released a statement ahead of the awards show condemning "the climate of fanaticism and nationalism in the U.S." — a statement that is likely the first of many political comments expected during Sunday's Academy Awards. The group said it would dedicate the Oscar of whichever film wins to those working toward unity, and the films' directors said they reject the borders symbolically defining their category. "We believe there is no best country, best gender, best religion or best color. We want this award to stand as a symbol of unity between nations...

Hey Jada, I saw your video about boycotting The Oscars because The Academy nominated zero blacks in the best actor category this year (The second year in a row by the way). All I have to say is...'That’s not right and it’s right up there with some of the greatest atrocities known to mankind.' Any way ... I'm sorry that you and Spike Lee are upset. I haven't seen Concussion yet, but I hear Will did a fantastic job. I hope you guys get over your deep grief. I’ll be praying for you. As I watched your angry video, I...

<p>OSCAR producers - already biting their nails over the possibility of postponing the ceremonies in the event of an Iraq invasion - are also struggling to prevent Hollywood's big night from turning into one big fat anti-war rally.</p> <p>Tinseltown insiders say the Academy wants to head off leftist political rants that might turn off the TV audience -and give major agita to advertisers who have ponied up more than $75 million to buy advertising spots on the show.</p>

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