The Oscar Nominations Suggest Best Picture Is Down to Two Movies—and Not the Ones Many Thought

Slate Magazine·Jan 22

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The 2026 oscar nominations have been announced, with some outlets suggesting that the best picture award is now a two-movie contest. The films "sinners" and "one battle after another" are mentioned as the potential frontrunners, with some outlets implying that this outcome would be historic. The actual outcome of the awards is still uncertain, with various outlets offering their predictions and analysis.

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