Hong Kong: Oscars won’t be aired for first time since 1969
03 April 2021 |
2:16 pm
Local TV has decided against showing the Academy Awards, a regular fixture on Hong Kong screens since 1969. Content concerns mean Hollywood's top awards may also not be seen on mainland China.
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