Cary Fukunaga Says 'Beasts Of No Nation' Oscar Chances Hurt By Being On Netflix

While Netflix has emerged as a major Hollywood player, throwing big money behind ambitious TV and movie projects, and becoming an acquisition force at festivals, they have yet to secure an Oscar for an original feature film production. It's the big prize everyone wants and would further establish their stronghold in the industry. And last year, they went for it with Cary Fukunaga's "Beasts Of No Nation," which had a glitzy Venice Film Festival premiere, received good reviews, and particular attention for Idris Elba's lead performance which many thought should've earned an Oscar nomination. However, when the Oscars rolled around, not only did Elba miss out, so did the film entirely, with 'Beasts' earning no nominations at all.

Speaking with Alec Baldwin on the actor's "Here's The Thing" podcast, director Cary Fukunaga shared his thoughts that the Oscar chances for 'Beasts' were hurt by being on Netflix. The company, he believes, are still battling the...