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Action's New Frontier: Honoring Stunt Design's Impact
28 Feb
Summary
- Actor Awards to honor stunt ensembles starting March 1.
- Stunt design criteria include physical and visual impressiveness.
- Future Oscar for Best Stunt Design set for 2028.
The 2026 Actor Awards, commencing on March 1, will debut two significant honors for stuntwork: Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Motion Picture and Television Show. This development underscores a broader recognition of stunt performers' contributions.
The criteria for evaluating stunt design emphasize a blend of physical execution and visual impact, ensuring that performances are demonstrably real and tangible to viewers. This approach distinguishes exceptional stunt design from mere spectacle.
The article speculates on potential nominees for a future Best Stunt Design Oscar, slated to be awarded in 2028. This initiative reflects a growing industry trend towards formally celebrating the intricate art of stunt choreography and execution.
Examples of noteworthy stunt sequences considered include the flamethrower fight in "Ballerina," the Monza GP crash in "F1," the biplane sequence in "Mission: Impossible -- The Final Reckoning," car chases in "One Battle After Another," and the vampire melee in "Sinners."
