Border collie Messi from "Anatomy of a Fall" does not attend the 96th Academy Awards due to rival film complaints.

Border collie Messi, star of Oscar-nominated film "Anatomy of a Fall," will not attend the 96th Academy Awards due to complaints from rival film companies, which felt Messi's presence at the Oscar nominees' luncheon during the open voting window gave the film an unfair advantage. Despite not attending, Messi's performance as a guide dog in the film has received significant praise and attention.

March 08, 2024
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