The Town with Matthew Belloni Burning Questions for the Most Uncertain Oscar Race in Years
Oct 4, 2024
In this insightful discussion, Kyle Buchanan, an acclaimed awards season writer for The New York Times, delves into the unpredictable 2024-25 Oscar race. He highlights the absence of clear frontrunners while exploring emerging contenders and intriguing narratives, including a unique film merging transgender themes with crime and music. The conversation also covers the competitive dynamics among actresses and how strategic releases and star power influence nominations. Prepare for a wild awards season filled with surprises!
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Open Oscar Race
- This year's Oscar race is considered wide open, lacking a clear frontrunner like last year's Oppenheimer.
- The contenders are generally smaller, less commercially driven films, causing concern for ABC.
Fluid and Unpredictable Race
- Kyle Buchanan agrees that the race is more unpredictable, describing it as "fluid" and "up-in-the-air".
- He notes the lack of a major commercial film with strong awards potential.
Dune's Sequel Status
- Dune Part II, while a strong contender, faces the challenge of being a sequel, which historically have a lower chance of winning Best Picture.
- Despite its critical and commercial success, its early release date requires a strategic relaunch campaign.