By Canadian Press on March 15th, 2026
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Timothée Chalamet was roasted for his remarks on ballet and opera, an absent Sean Penn won his third Academy Award and both Paul Thomas Anderson and Ryan Coogler won their first Oscars at the 98th Academy Awards. “One Battle After Another” came into the show the best picture favorite, and it ... Read More »
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sean Penn has built one of the most decorated careers in contemporary acting, and he has added another Oscar to the list. On Sunday, Penn won the Academy Award for best supporting actor for his performance in Paul Thomas Anderson’s political drama “One Battle After Another.” He delivered a commanding portrayal ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By Canadian Press on March 15th, 2026
Canadian animation is having a big night at the Oscars, with Toronto and Montreal filmmakers both taking home top prizes. Toronto’s Maggie Kang won the Oscar for best animated feature for “KPop Demon Hunters,” while Montreal filmmakers Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski captured the award for best animated short for “The Girl Who Cried Pearls.” ... Read More »
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Academy Awards are in full swing, with comedian Conan O’Brien hosting the celebration of the best in film. Sunday’s show celebrates the top movies of 2025, with “Sinners” and “One Battle After Another” the leading nominees. In all, Oscars in 24 categories are being bestowed, with several first-time winners expected. ... Read More »
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Conan O’Brien played on his famous red hair and pale skin for an Aunt Gladys opening at the Oscars and took shots at artificial intelligence’s creep through Hollywood, the Oscars’ move to YouTube and Timothée Chalamet’s takes on the fine arts. “I am Conan O’Brien and I am honored to be ... Read More »
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — “KPop Demon Hunters,” Amy Madigan and “Frankenstein” won early awards at the 98th Academy Awards, and the first Oscar for best casting went to Cassandra Kulukundis for “One Battle After Another.” The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences introduced the casting category for the first time in 2026. The inaugural ... Read More »
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — “One Battle After Another” claimed the first-ever Oscar recognizing casting on Sunday, with the award going to casting director Cassandra Kulukundis. Her win marks the inaugural Oscar in the category, the newest the academy has created since the best animated feature film prize was established in the 2001 film year. “I ... Read More »
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Amy Madigan took home the best supporting actress Oscar for “Weapons.” She was the first winner announced at the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday night. Cassandra Kulukundis for “One Battle After Another,” won the first-ever Oscar for casting. “KPop Demon Hunters” won the Oscar for animated film. “The Girl Who Cried ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By Canadian Press on March 15th, 2026
Canadian animation is having a big night at the Oscars, with Toronto and Montreal filmmakers both taking home top prizes. Toronto’s Maggie Kang won the Oscar for best animated feature for “KPop Demon Hunters,” while Montreal filmmakers Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski captured the award for best animated short for “The Girl Who Cried Pearls.” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By Canadian Press on March 15th, 2026
The wait in Hollywood is over: The 98th Academy Awards are underway. Comedian Conan O’Brien is back for a second year to host the ceremony on Sunday, held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. It’s an Oscars race that seemed like a runaway for “One Battle After Another” but may be a close call ... Read More »
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“KPop Demon Hunters” won the Academy Award for best animated feature film on Sunday, capping a culturally defining run that has placed the musical-action movie atop both box-office and music charts. Netflix’s big blockbuster follows HUNTR/X, a Korean girl group that battles otherworldly demons, a rival boy band and their lead singer’s own shame. Its ... Read More »
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