Will Ferrell reacts to Oscar snub of his documentary with humor and frustration
Will Ferrell expressed frustration after his documentary, "Will & Harper," was not nominated for an Oscar. The film, which follows his road trip with friend Harper Steele after her transition, was well-received but overlooked by the Academy. During an appearance on "The Late Show," Ferrell humorously told the Academy to "suck it" and criticized the documentary branch. The film was shortlisted for Best Documentary and Best Original Song but did not receive nominations. Ferrell has spoken out against transphobia, emphasizing the importance of understanding and supporting the transgender community. He noted that his friendship with Steele has been a learning experience for him.