Oscars 2026: Who Will Win, and Who Should Win?
Summary
Host Michael Barbaro and New York Times critic Manohla Dargis preview the 98th Academy Awards, highlighting a surprisingly strong slate of nominees. They analyze frontrunners like Jessie Buckley in *Hamnet* and discuss standout performances by Timothée Chalamet, Michael B. Jordan, and Ethan Hawke. The conversation also covers Best Picture contenders *One Battle After Another* and *Sinners*, celebrating Hollywood’s resilience and artistic vitality.
Topics discussed
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Intro: Michael Barbaro and Manola Dargis
Context: The state of the 2025 film industry
Discussion: Why this year's nominees are surprising
Best Actress: Jessie Buckley in Hamnet
Best Actress: Renata Rensve in Sentimental Value
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Best Actor: Timothee Chalamet in Marty Supreme
Best Actor: Michael B. Jordan in Sinners
Best Actor: Ethan Hawke in Blue Moon
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Best Picture: One Battle After Another
Best Picture: Sinners and its historical scope
Hidden Gem: The Secret Agent
Conclusion: The future of Hollywood and credits
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