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"Wicked" could be a best picture winner. Here are five reasons why.

Awards Circuit Podcast: Pharrell Williams on seeing his 'flaws' in the Lego doc 'Piece by Piece' and encountering PETA protestors at screenings.

2025 Oscars best director predictions include Ridley Scott, Jacques Audiard, Steve McQueen, RaMell Ross, Ridley Scott and Denis Villeneueve.

Shiz University: How "Wicked" production designer Nathan Crowley built Oz's epic school.

"Gladiator 2" composer Harry Gregson-Williams on honoring Hans Zimmer's original score.

Timothée Chalamet gets best actor Oscar buzz for his performance in "A Complete Unknown." Will he become the youngest winner?

'Paddington in Peru' has several opportunities for recognition at the BAFTAs, but will -- once again -- miss the Oscars.

Zoe Saldaña has more screentime in "Emilia Perez" than Karla Sofia Gascon, fueling the lead or supporting acting debates.

The Oscars have released the full eligibility list for animated, documentary and international feature.

'Sing Sing' star Clarence Maclin on Oscar buzz, if he's playing himself, and why prison theater programs are important.