Blue ribbons at the Oscars: Why did Cate Blanchett, celebs wear them? - USA TODAY

The #WithRefugees ribbons are associated with the UNHCR, the U.N. refugee agency, and are meant to show solidarity with those around the world forced to flee their homes.

"All Quiet" director Edward Berger tells USA TODAY backstage that it's "just important to support refugees."

German history has caused a lot of displacement and I think it's our responsibility, especially in Germany to help others that now us seek refuge also from the Ukraine."

She acknowledged to USA TODAY that it's fair for others to question why an awards show is going on amid major conflict in the world, and wanted to use her platform on the red carpet to help move the needle.

Samuel L. Jackson, "Minari" actress Yuh-Jung Youn and Diane Warren wore the pins last year, too.

Showing support for the refugees was a simple choice, Warren told USA TODAY at the time.