"I'm smiling ear to ear because it's such a great moment where people are celebrating film again. This is a day where Bay Area film can really celebrate."
"People appreciate the Oscars because it says this matters, movies can change lives, and it can happen to you, too."
"Autumn Durald Arkapaw made history Sunday night for her work on Sinners, becoming the first woman ever to win the Oscar for best cinematography."
The Bay Area celebrated a historic night at the 2026 Oscars as local talent achieved unprecedented success. Ryan Coogler's film 'Sinners' led with 16 nominations, with Coogler winning best screenplay in his first Oscar win. Michael B. Jordan claimed best actor for his role in the same film, also earning his first Oscar. Autumn Durald Arkapaw made history as the first woman to win best cinematography. The Cinelounge in Tiburon hosted Bay Area film enthusiasts who gathered to celebrate the region's growing influence in cinema. Film critics noted the significance of these wins for Oakland and the broader Bay Area film community.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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