“Red Rain” has officially joined the list of 86 feature films eligible to compete for Best International Feature Film at the 2026 Oscars.
On November 21, 2025, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) announced the list of films in the categories of Documentary, Animated and International Feature Films that fully met the criteria to participate in the voting round for Best Picture at the 98th Academy Awards.
Previously, implementing Decision No. 3479/QD-BVHTTDL dated September 30, 2025, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, based on the results of the Film Selection Council representing Vietnam to attend the 98th Oscar Awards, selected the feature film Red Rain, produced by the People's Army Cinema in 2025, to compete in the international feature film category.
Accordingly, each country can only submit films to compete in one category.
Vietnam's Oscar submission process is carried out seriously, completely and accurately, meeting AMPAS regulations to be accepted into the official list. Vietnam's film submissions are prepared according to a strict process.
The Vietnam Film Selection Council has reviewed films eligible for domestic distribution, evaluating their artistic and cultural values and their ability to represent the country. The selection process is transparent, based on criteria compatible with the Academy's evaluation system.
In parallel, the process of completing all documents required by AMPAS includes: official registration, legal documents related to film ownership, translation of dialogue - English subtitles, introduction profile, film photos and full information. Each type of document is carefully checked to ensure correct format and international standards, especially requirements for artwork content, posters and communication materials.
The official film version of Red Rain is exported according to AMPAS technical standards and uploaded to the Academy Screening Room system for viewing, judging and voting by Academy members. During this process, the Film Department regularly contacts AMPAS international department to confirm the status of the application, adjust technical details when necessary and ensure the work meets all eligibility requirements.
As a result, the Vietnamese feature film Red Rain is on the list of 86 feature films eligible to compete for the Best International Feature Film award at the 2026 Oscars.
The Southeast Asian region has a very clear presence with four works from Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Singapore, including: Sore: A Wife from the Future (Indonesia); Pavane for an Infant (Malaysia); Magellan (Philippines); Stranger Eyes (Singapore).
The Cinema Department affirmed that Red Rain's presence in the list of 86 international feature films not only shows the increasingly clear stature of Vietnamese cinema, but also continues to show the position of the Southeast Asian region in the Oscar arena. Entering the fierce competition round, the film will continue its journey in the voting round to select the Top 15 best films (shortlist) - an important screening round showing the direct assessment of the Academy members.
The preliminary voting will take place from December 8 to 12, 2025. The shortlist will be announced on December 16, 2025. The official nominations will be announced on January 22, 2026. The 98th Academy Awards will be held on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre, and will be broadcast live on ABC.
"Red Rain's presence in the list of 86 international feature films this year is the result of Vietnam's professional, methodical and serious preparation when participating in the largest film playground on the planet. This is not only a good sign for the film, but also shows the maturity of Vietnamese cinema in the process of integration, promoting the image and artistic voice of the country in the international arena", the Department of Cinema affirmed.
According to VTV
Source: https://baothanhhoa.vn/cuc-dien-anh-thong-tin-ve-mua-do-tai-oscar-2026-269584.htm
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