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Critical Darlings: The Oscar Nominations Recap (And Also Some Talk About F1)

January 22, 2026·1 hr 8 min·6 clips

Imagine your Wicked watch party, dressed in green, as category after category passes without your film's name being called once.

Hosts Richard Lawson and Alison Wilmore break down the surprises, snubs, and record-breaking nominations from the recent Oscar announcement, analyzing films like Sinners, One Battle After Another, and the unexpected inclusion of F1. They discuss voting mechanics, campaign strategies, and the cultural footprint of this year's contenders.

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