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‘Anora’ and ‘Challengers’ Get Awards Boosts From Gotham Nominations in Year Without Oscar Frontrunners
Sean Baker's 'Anora' and Luca Guadagnino's 'Challengers' both made big splashes at the Gotham nominations. Does that matter for the Oscars?
The slate of feature film nominees, where Sean Baker’s hilarious and moving dramedy “ Anora ” led the charge with four nods, is yet another compelling reason the Neon-distributed Palme d’Or winner has what it takes to go all the way in the race. On the other hand, I wouldn’t read too much into the complete shutout of films such as Jacques Audiard’s Spanish-language crime musical “Emilia Pérez” or Edward Berger’s political religious thriller “Conclave” as any indication of trouble on the Oscar horizon (at least, in terms of nomination odds). Appearing strong with three nominations, including best feature, director and breakthrough performance, the coming-of-age drama has ardent admirers after receiving solid reviews at the Telluride and New York Film Festivals.
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