VOICED : Oscars 2014: the road from nominee to win

The video discusses the film-watching habits of an Academy member, the process of voting for the Oscars, and the importance of secrecy in nominations and awards. It highlights the ethical concerns related to lobbying for votes, exemplified by a revoked nomination for Best Original Song due to inappropriate contact with voters. The Academy maintains high standards and values surprise in its award ceremonies.

Why does the Academy want the nominations and awards to be a surprise?

What was the rare decision made by the Academy regarding a song nomination?