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: Awards are decided by a body of over 10,000 film professionals. In recent years, the Academy has mandated that members must see all nominated films in a category before being eligible to vote.

: For most categories, only members of a specific branch (e.g., actors, directors) nominate within their field, while all members nominate for Best Picture. academy award

: While the official name is the Academy Award of Merit, the nickname "Oscar" was formally adopted in 1939. : Awards are decided by a body of