Oscars 2023: Tight Race & Records

0:00It's March 13. Let's get into the latest global headlines. The Academy Awards are set for this Sunday, March 15th, promising one of the tightest races in years. Best picture contenders like sinners and one battle after another lead the pack, blending genres from vampire horror to intense dramas. This year's nominees include massive hits and record breakers, making the night unpredictable across acting, animation, and technical categories. Box office Giants Dominate was Zootopia 2, topping the list at $1.86 billion worldwide, though it's called Zootropolis 2-in. You're of due to a quirky trademark issue. Racing Thriller F1 follows with $632 million. Emma Stone made History 2, becoming the youngest woman with seven nominations at age 37, and the first whose initial five nods all came. From best picture films, fans are buzzing over personal stories behind the stars. Chase Infinity, from one battle after another, was named after a Batman forever character

1:03and Buzz Lightyear's famous line. Several actors share deep bonds with their directors, like Ethan Hawke and Richard Linklater on nine films together, or Michael B. Jordan and Ryan, Kugler on five. Norwegian talent shines with two nominees from just three ever recognized by the Oscars. New records could fall, including Jesse Buckley as the first Irish Best Actress winner, after sweeping major precursors. Timothy Chalamet joins Marlon Brando as one of the youngest with three acting nods at age 30. Leonardo DiCaprio ties Robert De Niro with 12 best picture nods, while K. Pop Demon Hunters eyes a rare double in animation and original song, long waits ad drama, like Kate Hudson's nod after 25 years, and Amy Madagans after 40. Delroy Lindo could snack supporting actor without precursor wins, a feat not seen since 2001, with such surprises, tune in Sunday for what might be the most fun Oscars in decades. Appreciation to our sponsor for backing this episode, headphones in a pillow.

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