‘Black Panther’ Aims for Best Picture, Not “Popular Oscar” Says Chadwick Boseman | THR News

The transcript discusses the introduction of a new Oscar category for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Film, raising questions about its definition and impact. Chadwick Boseman shares his thoughts on the Hollywood Reporter's podcast, expressing concerns about the new category and emphasizing that Black Panther deserves a Best Picture nomination. He highlights the film's complexity and cultural significance, arguing that popularity should not be the sole criterion for recognition. The Academy confirms films can be nominated in both categories, and Boseman stresses the importance of a film's difficulty and quality over its box office success.

What does Boseman imply about the relationship between a film's popularity and its quality?

In what ways does Boseman describe the challenges faced in creating the film Black Panther?