We’re thrilled that SUGARCANE (dirs. Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie), supported by the WMM Production Assistance Program is one of 5 nominees for Best Documentary at the 97th Academy Awards® and Program alum Ema Ryan Yamazaki’s film INSTRUMENT OF A BEATING HEART is nominated for Best Short Documentary. Yamasaki is also the editor of BLACK BOX DIARIES also nominated for Best Documentary Feature.
Additionally, we want to shout out Joslyn Barnes who has received two nominations for NICKEL BOYS: Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Picture. Barnes has produced a number of films from our programs including STRONG ISLAND
This marks the 22nd consecutive year a WMM film or filmmaker has won or been nominated for the Academy Awards®. The ceremony airs on March 2, 2025, at 6:00 PM. Read more on our blog.