CODA is bringing a rare moment of visibility for deaf culture in the entertainment world and its what. “CODA” would go on to win exactly that prize, plus awards for adapted screenplay and supporting actor, at the 94th Academy Awards. CBS 2s Marissa Perlman reports on what those wins mean for the deaf community here at home. In January it landed Oscar nominations for adapted screenplay, supporting actor (for Kotsur) and best picture.īy the time it won the top prizes at both the Screen Actors Guild and Producers Guild Awards, it became the unexpected front-runner for the best picture Oscar.
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(And this is when movie theaters were still barely open due to the pandemic.)Īlthough its release in August 2021 was relatively quiet, the critically acclaimed movie stuck around through a competitive awards season and slowly but surely proved its ability to stand out from the pack. It would go on to win an unprecedented four awards at the indie festival and was acquired by Apple TV+ for a record-breaking $25 million to launch on the streamer with a concurrent theatrical release. And does so with the unique perspective of three significant deaf characters played by Deaf actors (Oscar winner Marlee Matlin, Daniel Durant and breakout actor Troy Kotsur).
The story of a high school senior (Emilia Jones) who is the only hearing member of her household, the movie deftly balances comedy, drama and a little romance to chart the ups and downs of everyday family life. From the moment it premiered (virtually) at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival, “CODA” seemed destined for something special.
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