Brad pitt snubs french oscars as polanski row rages

It appears that Brad Pitt has sparked controversy by snubbing the French Oscars, also known as the César Awards, amidst a row surrounding Roman Polanski's nomination.

According to reports, Pitt's production company, Plan B Entertainment, has withdrawn its film "Ad Astra" from consideration for the César Awards due to Polanski's nomination for Best Director for his film "An Officer and a Spy". Polanski, a fugitive from the United States, has been accused of sexual abuse and has been banned from entering the country.

Pitt's decision to withdraw his film from the awards has been seen as a statement against Polanski's involvement in the ceremony. The move has sparked a heated debate, with some praising Pitt's stance and others criticizing him for being "hypocritical" and "elitist".

The César Awards have faced criticism in the past for their handling of Polanski's nomination, with many calling for his exclusion due to his controversial past. The controversy has also led to a number of high-profile withdrawals from the ceremony, including actress and director, Marion Cotillard.

It remains to be seen how the situation will unfold, but it's clear that the row surrounding Polanski's nomination has sparked a heated debate about the role of art and morality in the film industry.