Kneecap respond to Oscar nominations snub: “Fuck the Oscars. Free Palestine”

nme.com:

Kneecap has officially been left out of the 2025 Oscar nominations, and neither the band or their fans are happy about it.The semi-autobiographical comedy-drama based on the Irish hip-hop trio of the same name, Kneecap had been tipped as a contender in both the Best International Feature Film and Best Original Song categories, but today’s nomination announcement revealed that they were shut out of both.The Northern Irish band, comprising of Mo Chara, Móglaí Bap and DJ Próvaí, shared their reaction to being snubbed on social media, posting “Fuck the Oscars.

Free Palestine.” on X and Instagram.A post shared by KNEECAP (@kneecap32)Their response is in line with their reaction to the news of a ceasefire in Gaza on January 16, where they posted “we must not forget what Israel has done”.Fans also shared their disappointment at the film’s omission online.

One X user wrote: “kneecap didn’t get nominated for an oscar i do not know what to do with myself now”. Another posted: “Hollywood pretends they’re obsessed with Ireland and Irish actors until Kneecap produce one of the best movies of the year…”kneecap didn’t get nominated for an oscar i do not know what to do with myself now pic.twitter.com/RDqhwL6rDl— kenny.