Ahead Of The Oscars, 'Parasite' Is Already Making Movie History

The transcript discusses the historic nomination of the South Korean film 'Parasite' for the Academy Awards, highlighting its significance in a category traditionally dominated by Western Europe. It explores the history of the Oscars' Foreign Language Film category and the recent shift in attention towards international films, driven by digital platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime. 'Parasite' has gained immense popularity, becoming one of the most preordered titles on Fandango, indicating a growing interest in international cinema.

What was the significance of the Oscars establishing the category for Best Foreign Language Film in 1956?

What role do digital platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime play in the recognition of International Films?