This was reported by RIA Novosti with reference to the press release of the organizers of the award.
It is noted that the rule will remain in effect until the opening of cinemas and only for the 93rd Oscar ceremony.
To participate in the competition, the owners of the film must provide the representatives of the Academy with a copy for viewing on a special secure site within 60 days from the date the picture was published on the Internet.
“The film must meet all other selection requirements,” the organizers said.
In February 2020, the Oscar in the Best Film nomination received the South Korean painting Parasites.