Up until now, people had very little access to see Academy short nominations before the Academy ceremony.

We're excited to have the opportunity to showcase these fantastic films while they're still in contention for the big prize.

These are very accessible films. They're very character-driven but also visceral at the same time. They'll appeal to the same audience that's interested in 'The Sopranos.

We don't know yet. It depends on the audiences in each market.

The place erupted. People came here from Virginia. They came up from South Carolina. They're just supporting someone local.

Throughout my career, even as a very young actor, people have always said to me that they would like to see my Othello. They could see something of him in me, I suppose.