Up First from NPR Who Will Win at the Oscars
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Mar 2, 2025 
Linda Holmes and Stephen Thompson, co-hosts of NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour, dive into the exciting world of the Academy Awards. They share insights on the fierce competition between blockbusters and critic favorites, like 'Dune: Part Two' and 'The Substance.' Predictions for major awards, particularly Best Picture and standout performances, spark engaging debate. The duo also touches on overlooked films and the evolving landscape of storytelling in cinema, all wrapped in their trademark wit and analysis.
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Blockbuster Nominations
- Big blockbuster films like Wicked and Dune: Part Two received nominations.
- Wicked is a prequel to The Wizard of Oz, while Dune: Part Two continues the story of Paul Atreides.
Smaller Film Nominations
- Smaller films like Conclave, The Substance, and Nickel Boys also earned nominations.
- Conclave focuses on papal selection, The Substance on an age-reversing drug, and Nickel Boys on a reform school.
Amelia Perez Controversy
- Amelia Perez faces controversy over star Carla Sofia Gascon's past tweets.
- This controversy, along with the film's use of AI, might impact its Best Picture chances.
