The Darkest Moments In Oscars History
The Oscars may be one of the most prestigious awards ceremonies of all time, but there are many dark moments in the long-running history of the Academy Awards. Since the first Academy Awards ceremony in 1929, the Oscars have become one of the most talked-about events of the year in movie circles. In the award ceremony's near-century in existence, it has undergone a number of significant changes in order to reflect the growth of modern society, with the Academy adapting in line with the progression of the film industry.
As a result, many former aspects of the Academy Awards have changed in the years since. Discontinued categories include Best Assistant Director, Best Dance Direction, and the original separation of Best Director into Best Director, Comedy Picture and Best Director, Dramatic Picture. However, there have also been criticisms that the Oscars haven't changed enough, particularly in the Academy's approach to diversity and equality.
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Although Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the 94th Academy Awards was a shocking moment, it was far from the first controversy in Oscars history. In fact, the ceremony has often seen controversial and unexpected moments occur, partly due to its unscripted nature and emotions running high for those involved. Other, unfortunately even darker moments have held up a mirror to reflect some of the worst aspects of Hollywood's contentious history.
One of the Oscars' darkest chapters came in 1973 when Marlon Brando refused to accept his Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in The Godfather. Marlon Brando refused his Oscar as a form of protest over Hollywood's issues with the representation of Native Americans in
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