The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced a number of updated regulations for how companies and individuals may market movies and achievements eligible for the 87th Academy Awards to Academy members, including significant changes that affect the music category. The regulations state that “music branch members may not contact other Music Branch members to promote the nomination of their own song in any way, including via mail, email, telephone or social media”. In addition, “music branch members may not attend any special live performances of eligible songs unless attached to a screening”. Click here for the complete award campaign regulations. The 87th Academy Award will be held on Sunday, February 22, at the Dolby Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center in Hollywood, and will be televised live by the ABC.
Academy Announces Updated Campaign Regulations Affecting the Music Category
Posted: June 25, 2014 by filmmusicreporter in Film Music NewsTags: Academy Awards
Ah, yes. The Bruce Broughton clause.