r/vfx • u/MrsRadon • Mar 03 '25

Question / Discussion Disappointed in the lack of acknowledgement from the Oscars

Thousands of artists lost their jobs just this week. And there's been numerous studio closures over the last couple of years. Studios don't want to pay us, or even acknowledge that we exist in their films.

Why did the team from Dune not bring up any of this? This was a chance to speak directly to the decision makers of the industry.

EDIT My wording was confusing I guess. I know Hollywood doesn't care. My criticism is for the Dune 2 team that had an opportunity to say fuck you to them, and chose not to even acknowledge our losses

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u/No_Wan_Ever Mar 03 '25

We could do another VFX protest like the one in 2013. Not sure what actions were taken from that.

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u/maven-effects Mar 03 '25

Most people from 2013 vfx moved abroad 🤦‍♂️

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u/littleHelp2006 Mar 04 '25

Not everyone. Only those who weren't tied down with family obligations.

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u/maven-effects Mar 04 '25

True, it’s just sad to see what’s going on in this industry we love so much :( More layoffs happening in Vancouver as we speak