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Oscars 2026: Who Will Win, and Who Should Win?

March 8, 2026·35 min·3 clips

Manola Dargis compares American cinema to a hand popping out of a grave, declaring it's back and wonderful.

The episode features New York Times chief movie critic Manola Dargis discussing the 2026 Oscars, analyzing frontrunners and personal favorites in Best Actress, Best Actor, and Best Picture categories. She highlights surprising nominee quality, contrasts performances, and reflects on Hollywood's future amid risky studio films.

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