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This year, we can barely predict whats even going to come out.
Step one has been executed flawlessly.
Now onto step two: getting voters to actually see it.
Critics have beenslightly more muted in their praise, butMankmay have two advantages in this race.
Neorealist gems likeThe Riderhave earned Zhao a small but passionate fan base.
), who adapted the dream project of his late father (a narrative!
Being backed by the Netflix Brinks Truck surely doesnt hurt either.
Anthony Hopkins,The Father
Or what about Hopkins?
As an elderly man battling dementia, hes been calledflat-out stunning,offering theperfect blend of vulnerability and recalcitrance.
She andNomadlands Frances McDormand are considered the strongest threats in Best Actress.
Finally winning the big award would mean more.
With an Original Song up his sleeve as well, theHamiltonvet could be in line for a double nomination.
But alas, thats not happening this year.
