Jon M. Chu, Oscars and Best Director

Wicked cast 'crying' over Jon M. Chu Oscars snub
Michelle Yeoh has revealed the cast of 'Wicked' have been "crying" after the film's director Jon M. Chu failed to receive a nod in the Oscars nominations despite the movie landing a slot in the Best Picture category amid a slew of other nominations.
Jon M. Chu Shut Out of Best Director Category Despite Strong ‘Wicked’ Showing
Despite a big Oscar nominations morning, the director and the film’s writers Winnie Holzman and Dana Fox were shut out from the directing and writing categories.
Oscars 2025 nominations: Jon M Chu surprisingly snubbed for ‘Best Director’
At the Oscars 2025 nominations, 'Wicked' director John M. Chu has been snubbed for 'Best Director', despite the film being up for 'Best Picture'.
Jon M. Chu’s great ‘Wicked’ adventure scores 10 Oscar nominations, including best picture
The Palo Alto-born director had a lot to celebrate Thursday morning after his musical fantasy film scored a nomination for the top prize at the Academy Awards.
Michelle Yeoh tells“ The View ”that “Wicked” cast is 'crying' over Oscars not nominating Jon M. Chu for Best Director
"This is the second time they've passed over Jon Chu. He should've been nominated for 'In the Heights,'" cohost Ana Navarro added. Elphaba defied gravity, but the Academy apparently defied Michelle Yeoh's wishes for her Wicked helmer Jon M.
‘Wicked’ director Jon M. Chu reacts to film’s 10 Oscar nominations
Wicked” continues to defy expectations, earning 10 Oscar nominations. Cynthia Erivo earned the best actress nomination for her role as Elphaba and Ariana Grande received the nod for best supporting actress.
Michelle Yeoh Laments Lack of Oscar Nom for Jon M. Chu After ‘Wicked’ Scores 10 Nods | Video
Michelle Yeoh tells the hosts of "The View" that the cast and crew of "Wicked" are sad to see director Jon M. Chu snubbed by the Oscars ...
Jon M. Chu's Movies Have Now Grossed More Than Those of David Fincher, Quentin Tarantino, and Denis Villeneuve
Chu is among the 100 highest-grossing directors of all time, beating out David Fincher, Quentin Tarantino, and Denis ...
‘Life is full’: Jon M. Chu on the awards, the L.A. fires, and the two ‘Wicked’ actresses who keep him grounded
Plus, he tells Gold Derby which Wicked spin-off movie he’d most “want to see.” “Life is full.” That is how Wicked director ...
Rep. Judy Chu says fire agencies have assured her there is "enough water" to fight wildfires going forward
Rep. Judy Chu said fire agencies have assured her there is "enough water" to continue fighting fires amid concerns over water ...
LA Times Today: Congresswoman Judy Chu on community resilience and rebuilding after the Eaton Fire
When the Eaton Fire broke, few people were on higher alert than Congresswoman Judy Chu. She represents Altadena, which has ...
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Oscars 2025: Selena Gomez, Angelina Jolie, John M. Chu and More Snubs and Surprises
Oscar nominations came with the usual snubs and surprises, including no nominations for Selena Gomez, Angelina Jolie and Wicked director Jon. M. Chu. See our full breakdown.
The Hill on NewsNation: Rep. Judy Chu (D-Calif.) hits FEMA over assistance claim denials
Rep. Judy Chu (D-Calif.), whose district has been damaged by the Eaton Fire, criticized FEMA for reportedly rejecting ...
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Eaton Fire Updates From CA Rep. Judy Chu
Rep. Judy Chu shared updates on disaster relief efforts for the Eaton Fire in LA County. FEMA is covering firefighting costs, ...