The Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film is an annual award presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) to recognize excellence in non-English language films. Established in 1956, the award honors films produced outside the United States that demonstrate outstanding artistic and technical achievements. To be eligible, films must be primarily in a language other than English and must be submitted by their respective countries. The award aims to promote international cinema and celebrate diverse storytelling, with winners often gaining increased visibility and recognition in the global film industry.