Tagged AwardsFocus

Greg Whiteley on Finding the Humanity Behind ‘America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders’ Season 2

Emmy-winning filmmaker Greg Whiteley discusses the surprising emotional depth behind Netflix’s “America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders,” the physical demands of professional cheerleading, the sisterhood that defines the team, and why the hit docuseries continues resonating with audiences ahead of its newly announced third season.

Colin Hanks and Ryan Reynolds Honor a Comedy Icon in ‘John Candy: I Like Me’ at FYC Event

Amazon MGM Studios hosted a special Los Angeles FYC event for “John Candy: I Like Me,” the upcoming documentary from Colin Hanks and Ryan Reynolds celebrating the life and legacy of the beloved comedy icon. The film blends archival footage, personal stories, and heartfelt reflection ahead of its TIFF premiere and Prime Video debut.

PaleyFest 2026: Noah Wyle and the Cast of ‘The Pitt’ Preview a High-Stakes Season Finale

As “The Pitt” heads into its season two finale, the acclaimed drama continues to examine the emotional toll of life inside an emergency department. Noah Wyle and the cast reflect on a season defined by burnout, moral complexity, and characters pushed to their limits, with no guarantee of resolution.

Production Designer Nina Ruscio on the Detail and Scale Behind ‘The Pitt’

On the eve of its season two finale, “The Pitt” stands as one of television’s most acclaimed dramas. Production designer Nina Ruscio reveals how an expansive, meticulously detailed set helped shape the series’ realism, allowing audiences to step inside a fully realized emergency department that feels indistinguishable from the real thing.

STICK’s Cast and Creators Talk Golf and Series Insights at FYC Carpet

By Melissa Vaupel On Monday March 30th 2026, Apple TV+ and the Television Academy hosted a vibrant STICK FYC (For Your Consideration) event, welcoming Emmy voters, press, and industry insiders for a night t... Read More...

Geeta Gandbhir and Christalyn Hampton on Centering Humanity in ‘The Devil Is Busy’

Geeta Gandbhir and Christalyn Hampton discuss their Oscar-nominated films “The Devil Is Busy” and “The Perfect Neighbor,” exploring faith, race, and perspective through immersive storytelling. By removing narration and traditional framing, both films allow audiences to experience events firsthand and draw their own conclusions.

Shirley Chen on ‘Slanted,’ Assimilation, and the Cost of Wanting to Fit In

Shirley Chen discusses her role in “Slanted,” a bold SXSW-winning film that blends body horror and satire to explore identity, assimilation, and belonging. Drawing from personal experience, Chen reflects on the complexities of self-perception and why telling uncomfortable Asian American stories is essential to pushing representation forward.

Zootopia 2: From Buried Districts to Billion-Dollar Breakthrough

At Walt Disney Animation Studios in Burbank, celebration and craftsmanship went hand in hand. In honor of the home release of Zootopia 2, Awards Focus correspondent Melissa Vaupel joined director Byron Howa... Read More...

Oscar-Nominated Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas on Crafting a Defining Performance in ‘Sentimental Value’

Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas discusses her breakthrough performance as Agnes in “Sentimental Value,” the quiet strength behind the film’s emotional center, and how restraint helped propel the ensemble to four acting nominations and nine Academy Award nods overall.

Songwriter Mark Sonnenblick on “Golden” and the Music That Powers ‘Kpop Demon Hunters’

Mark Sonnenblick breaks down how the music of “Kpop Demon Hunters” was built to carry story, character, and emotion. Partnering closely with Ejae, he explains why the songs function like musical theater, how “Golden” emerged, and how months of revision turned an animated film into a cultural phenomenon worldwide impact.