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Riseborough was nominated for best actress for
playing an alcoholic single mother in the little-seen film, a
shock to awards pundits who had not expected her to be in the
mix.
The surprise nomination sparked questions about whether a
campaign for Riseborough had violated lobbying rules set by the
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Several A-list
stars posted social media comments touting her performance.
On Tuesday, Academy CEO Bill Kramer said the organization "has
determined the activity in question does not rise to the level
that the film's nomination should be rescinded."
"However, we did discover social media and outreach campaigning
tactics that caused concern. These tactics are being addressed
with the responsible parties directly," Kramer added.
The academy limits how studios can reach out to voters, how
often and what they can say in any communications as part of
their Oscars campaigns.
Winners of the Academy Awards will be announced on March 12.
(Reporting by Lisa Richwine; editing by Jonathan Oatis)
(Photo: Cast member Andrea Riseborough arrives
at the premiere for 'Matilda the Musical' in London, Britain,
November 21, 2022. REUTERS/Maja Smiejkowska)
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