Czech Republic’s “I’m Not Everything I Want to Be” Eyes Oscars
Czech republic Selects ‘I’m Not Everything I Want to Be‘ as Oscar Entry
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The Czech republic has chosen I’m Not Everything I Want to Be as its entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 97th Academy awards. This marks a first for the Czech academy, which utilized a two-round voting process to arrive at its selection.
A New Selection Process yields a Compelling Choice
From a shortlist of three films – Broken Voices, Caravan, and I’m Not Everything I Want to Be – the latter emerged victorious, garnering the votes of 194 eligible academy members. This new two-round system signifies a commitment to a more thorough and representative selection process for the country’s Oscar hopeful.
Past Performances and Oscar History
Last year, Jiří Mádl’s Waves impressed audiences and critics alike, reaching the Academy’s international feature shortlist, though it didn’t secure a nomination. The Czech Republic (and previously Czechoslovakia) boasts a strong history at the Oscars, with three wins under its belt.
These victories include:
The Shop on Main Street (1965) – Czechoslovakia
Closely Watched Trains (1966) – Czechoslovakia
Eat (1996) – Czech Republic
More recently, Ondřej Trojan’s Želary received a nomination in 2003. The nation will undoubtedly be hoping I’m Not Everything I Want to Be can build on this legacy.
What’s Next for the Czech Entry?
The Academy will announce the 15-film shortlist for the International Feature Film category on december 16th. Then, on January 22nd, the official nominations will be revealed. The highly anticipated 97th Academy Awards ceremony will take place on March 15th in Los Angeles. We’ll be watching closely to see if I’m Not Everything I Want to Be* makes the cut and continues the Czech Republic’s proud tradition at the Oscars.