Prestige Junkie Oscar Instagram Wars, The Sinners Surge, and the Latest From Sundance
Jan 28, 2026
Alison Brower, executive editor at The Ankler reporting from Sundance, gives on-the-ground takes. She covers starry screenings, bidding buzz for films like The Invite, and intense crowd reactions. Conversations touch on grassroots momentum for Sinners, viral Oscar-era social media moments, and how festival politics and energy are shaping awards season.
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Social Media Reveals Voter Sentiments
- Kirsten Dunst's Instagram reaction to Jesse Plemons' snub signals how personal social media can influence perceived Oscar support.
- Public voter commentary can hint at internal preferences and shape narratives around nominations.
Translation Slip Spurs Online Fandom
- Oliver Laxe's translated remark about Brazilian fans sparked a playful online movement using shoe emojis on Surrat posts.
- Director comments, even clumsy translations, can ignite grassroots social campaigns that boost a film's visibility.
Reaction Clips Boost Nominee Affection
- Viral reaction videos and nominee watch parties humanize contenders and amplify audience connection.
- These clips help smaller films and first-time nominees gain broader affection and momentum.