Five pre-show talking points ahead of the 2026 Oscars
Frontrunners, politics, Gen Z, cast reunions, and surprises.
‘The Voice Of Hind Rajab’ actor to miss Oscars due to Palestinian citizenship
“You can block a passport. You cannot block a voice,” said Malhees.
Directors Maggie Kang, Chris Appelhans to return for sequel to Oscar favourite ‘KPop Demon Hunters’
Directors strike deal with Netflix. Sony Pictures Animation producing sequel.
Oscars show producers talk cast reunions, security against possible drone attacks
Marvel and ‘Bridesmaids’ casts will appear on stage. Comedian Conan O’Brien returns as host for second year.
Surprise winners ‘Sinners’, Michael B. Jordan, Oscar favourite Jessie Buckley win top honours at 2026 Actor Awards
SAG-AFTRA’s lifetime award recipient Harrison Ford quips of honorary award, “This is very encouraging.”
Oscar-nominated ‘Little Amélie or The Character Of Rain’ acquired for Germany
EXCLUSIVE: Film is nominated for best animated feature at the 98th Oscars.
US Academy to launch production arm
Jennifer Davidson to oversee under expanded role of chief marketing, communications and content officer.
‘It Was Just An Accident’ co-writer arrested in Iran after condemning regime
Jafar Panahi responds with statement: “Mehdi Mahmoudian is a witness, a listener, and a rare moral presence.”
A deep dive into the Bafta and Oscar nominations - The Screen Podcast
”I think it’s a great snapshot of the UK film industry at the moment.”
How the Bafta nominations differ from the Oscars
Ampas shows an international flavour in craft categories while Bafta voters have more loyalty to UK films.
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