10 Performances By POC Talent The Oscars Should Have Recognized In 2023

It’s no secret that the Academy Awards and diversity haven’t gone hand-in-hand in the past. And with the 2023 Oscars, many of the troubling trends for Hollywood’s biggest night remain prevalent. No women in the Best Director category, zero Black actors were nominated in the leading categories and the Best Actor category was completely composed of white men. Let’s talk about the numerous incredible performances by POC talent that could have been recognized at the 2023 Academy Awards. 

Before we get into it, it should be noted that this year marked a record-breaking year for Asian actors being nominated and winning, between Everything Everywhere All At Once’s many grabs and The Whale’s Hong Chau getting the Supporting Actress nomination. 

Here are some of the performances we wish had been in the running for a golden trophy.  

By Sarah El-Mahmoud