Oscars 2022: Deaf drama ‘CODA’ wins Oscar for finest image

By AFP

LOS ANGELES: “CODA,” the heartwarming indie drama a couple of deaf household defying the percentages, on Sunday received the highest prize on Oscars night time for finest image.

Lady Gaga and Liza Minnelli introduced the award to the movie, which follows teenage Ruby — who can hear — as she juggles pursuing her musical ambitions together with her household’s dependence on her to speak. Deaf actors function in a number of lead roles.

It beat a crowded discipline that included “Belfast,” “The Power of the Dog” and “Dune” to take residence the coveted prize from the 94th Academy Awards.