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Oscars 2026: Who Will Win, and Who Should Win?

March 8, 2026·35 min·3-min readconversationalarts
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In a conversation with The New York Times' chief film critic Manola Dargis, host Michael Barbaro explores the 2025 Oscar nominees, highlighting a surprisingly strong year for cinema marked by emotionally powerful performances, ambitious storytelling, and a resurgence of culturally reson

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Manola Dargis

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Manola DargisMichael BarbaroJessie BuckleyRenate ReinsveEthan HawkeMichael B. JordanTimothée Chalamet

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