Natalie Portman has spoken out against what she sees as ongoing double standards at the Academy Awards, criticizing the lack of recognition for female directors in the 2026 nominations. The 44-year-old actor shared her views while attending the Sundance Film Festival on Saturday, where she was promoting her latest film, The Gallerist.
In an interview with Variety, Portman did not hold back when discussing the imbalance she believes still exists in the film industry. “So many of the best films I saw this year were made by women,” she said, pointing to what she views as a clear disconnect between the quality of work being produced and the recognition it receives during awards season.
