Oscar

The 93rd Academy Awards ceremony, celebrating cinematic achievements of 2020 and early 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ceremony was notably different, with a reduced in-person audience, a focus on nominees and presenters, and a unique presentation format from Los Angeles' Union Station.

The 93rd Academy Awards received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics citing a lackluster selection of nominated films, a confusing and meandering show format, and a lack of genuine excitement. The decision to prioritize a cinematic experience over a traditional awards show format was largely panned, and the show struggled with viewership numbers.

• The show's unconventional format and presentation were widely criticized.
• Many viewers and critics found the nominated films to be a weak selection.
• The ceremony suffered from low ratings and a general lack of energy and excitement.

Google audience: Audience reviews for the 93rd Academy Awards were largely negative, with many expressing disappointment in the show's structure and the perceived quality of the nominated films. Viewers found the ceremony to be disjointed and unengaging, contributing to low viewership.

None notable (as it is an awards ceremony itself)

For the first time in its history, the 93rd Academy Awards ceremony was primarily held at Union Station in Los Angeles instead of its traditional Dolby Theatre home, in an effort to create a more intimate and 'movie-like' experience for nominees.