Academy pulls back on decision to introduce 'popular' Oscar category

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has decided there will not be an Oscar for the most "popular" film at the upcoming 91st Academy Awards. The Academy announced its decision on Thursday, less than a month after it announced it would be adding a new category for outstanding achievement in popular film. The backlash was swift, with industry insiders and viewers alike criticizing the move. "There has been a wide range of reactions to the introduction of a new award, and we...