Wicked, Jon M. Chu and Oscar

Jon M. Chu Shut Out of Best Director Category Despite Strong ‘Wicked’ Showing
Despite a big Oscar nominations morning, the director and the film’s writers Winnie Holzman and Dana Fox were shut out from the directing and writing categories.
Michelle Yeoh Laments Lack of Oscar Nom for Jon M. Chu After ‘Wicked’ Scores 10 Nods | Video
Michelle Yeoh tells the hosts of "The View" that the cast and crew of "Wicked" are sad to see director Jon M. Chu snubbed by the Oscars
Michelle Yeoh tells“ The View ”that “Wicked” cast is 'crying' over Oscars not nominating Jon M. Chu for Best Director
"This is the second time they've passed over Jon Chu. He should've been nominated for 'In the Heights,'" cohost Ana Navarro added. Elphaba defied gravity, but the Academy apparently defied Michelle Yeoh's wishes for her Wicked helmer Jon M.
Michelle Yeoh Says ‘Wicked’ Cast Is “Crying” Over Jon M. Chu Oscars Snub for Best Director
Among the film’s nominations were best picture, Cynthia Erivo for best actress, Ariana Grande for best supporting actress, best costume design and best original score. However, Jon M. Chu was shut out of the directing category.
Cynthia Erivo Stresses on Jon M. Chu’s Brilliance With Disappointment Over Major Oscar Snub for ‘Wicked'
Cynthia Erivo breaks down how Jon M. Chu made their musical Wicked the magic it is, following his heartbreaking Oscars snub.
Cynthia Erivo Questions Jon M. Chu's Oscars Snub After ‘Wicked' Got 10 Nods
"I wish people understood just how much work has to go into creating a big, giant behemoth like Wicked," Erivo said. "None of that can happen without his vision. It just isn't possible"
Wicked cast 'crying' over Jon M. Chu Oscars snub
Michelle Yeoh has revealed the cast of 'Wicked' have been "crying" after the film's director Jon M. Chu failed to receive a nod in the Oscars nominations despite the movie landing a slot in the Best Picture category amid a slew of other nominations.
US Rep. Judy Chu speaks on Trump’s disaster-related visit to California
ABC News’ Melissa Adan spoke to Rep. Judy Chu (D-CA) about the devastation caused by recent wildfires and President Trump’s ...
Selena Gomez Is Supposedly ‘High On The List’ To Play Britney Spears In Her Upcoming Biopic
Spears supposedly cited Gomez’s early start in the industry as an added selling point. “She’s someone Britney loves as a person and as an artist,” said the insider. “She thinks she’s mighty talented ...
Jon M. Chu’s great ‘Wicked’ adventure scores 10 Oscar nominations, including best picture
The Palo Alto-born director had a lot to celebrate Thursday morning after his musical fantasy film scored a nomination for ...
Rep. Judy Chu says fire agencies have assured her there is "enough water" to fight wildfires going forward
Rep. Judy Chu said fire agencies have assured her there is "enough water" to continue fighting fires amid concerns over water ...
LA Times Today: Congresswoman Judy Chu on community resilience and rebuilding after the Eaton Fire
When the Eaton Fire broke, few people were on higher alert than Congresswoman Judy Chu. She represents Altadena, which has ...
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UW study aims to spot the next pandemic before it spreads
The Seattle Pandemic Preparedness Cohort study is designed to give a real-time snapshot of which respiratory viruses are out ...
Britney Spears ‘Throwing Out Ideas’ With Biopic Director Jon M. Chu: She’s Giving ‘Tons of Input’
Britney Spears will be heavily involved in her upcoming biopic and she’s weighing up a raft of big names to star in the ...