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‘A Complete Unknown’ Welcomes Timothée Chalamet to the Oscar Race (and Monica Barbaro, Too)

22 November 2024 at 19:15
You don’t need to be a Bob Dylan aficionado to appreciate Timothée Chalamet’s transformation into the iconic folk singer. Even if your knowledge of Dylan’s career is limited to a few famous tracks or a vague recollection of his controversial shift to electric guitar, Chalamet’s performance in “A Complete Unknown” is undeniably a career best. […]

Oscars Announce 285 Eligible Films Across Animated, Documentary and International Feature Races

21 November 2024 at 19:00
The Academy has unveiled its list of eligible films for the 97th Oscars in the animated, documentary, and international feature categories, spotlighting various blockbusters and critically lauded works. Submissions span major studios and independent filmmakers alike, and the competition promises to be one of the most competitive as films seek nominations. A total of 31 […]

Oscar Predictions: Best Supporting Actress — Yes, It’s Possible. Ariana Grande Can Win for ‘Wicked’

21 November 2024 at 16:55
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual […]

The Oscar Trump Effect: How the Academy Could Reflect Our Turbulent Times

21 November 2024 at 16:15
Do the Oscars care who won the presidency? As the country recovers from the emotional rollercoaster of the 2024 presidential election, Hollywood will be coping with this charged political atmosphere at events throughout awards season. And that could determine the movies that the Oscars choose to elevate. After all, the Academy Awards have a long […]

Viola Davis to Receive Cecil B. DeMille Award at the Golden Globes

20 November 2024 at 14:00
Viola Davis will be honored with the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the Golden Globes in 2025. Davis earned her first Golden Globe award in the supporting actress category for her portrayal in Denzel Washington’s “Fences” (2016), going on to win the SAG Award and the Oscar. As of 2024, Davis is the most-nominated Black […]

Oscar Predictions: Best Sound — ‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator 2’ Among Bold Musicals and Blockbuster Sequels Facing Off

19 November 2024 at 20:05
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual […]

Oscar Predictions: Makeup and Hairstyling — Horror, Musicals and Sci-Fi Genres Could Dominate the Category

18 November 2024 at 22:30
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual […]

Angelina Jolie to Receive Desert Palm Honor at Palm Springs International Film Awards for ‘Maria’ (EXCLUSIVE)

18 November 2024 at 18:00
Angelina Jolie will be honored with the Desert Palm Achievement Award – Actress at the upcoming Palm Springs International Film Awards for her role in Netflix’s “Maria.” “Maria presents the iconic Angelina Jolie in the role of a lifetime as she embodies Maria Callas, the world-renowned opera legend,” said Nachhattar Singh Chandi, Festival Chairman. “Jolie’s […]

Rashida Jones Tearfully Honors Quincy Jones, Hugh Grant Roasts Richard Curtis and More From the 2024 Governors Awards

18 November 2024 at 16:53
The 15th annual Governors Awards, hosted by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, celebrated industry legends on Sunday night, most notably music and producing icon Quincy Jones, who died earlier this month at the age of 91. The entire crowd was moved to tears when his daughter Rashida Jones, accompanied by three of […]

Matt Walsh Is a Hypocrite for Submitting ‘Am I Racist?’ to the Oscars — Why Are Right-Wingers Seeking ‘Liberal’ Validation?

15 November 2024 at 18:30
In a twist as predictable as a Hollywood sequel, conservative media and alt-right commentators have made it their mission to ridicule the entertainment industry’s awards circuit. It’s an annual ritual from the Oscars to the Emmys and the Grammys: commentators use YouTube, podcasts and op-eds to denounce Hollywood as a “cesspool of liberalism” and a […]

Conan O’Brien to Host 2025 Oscars Ceremony

15 November 2024 at 13:30
Emmy-winning comedian, writer, producer and former late-night host Conan O’Brien has been tapped to host the 97th Oscars, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Tuesday. This marks O’Brien’s first stint as as host, coming after two consecutive years with Jimmy Kimmel as emcee. The ceremony is also coming off winning an Emmy […]

Oscar Predictions: Best Actor — Ralph Fiennes is Early Frontrunner, Anxiously Waiting for ‘A Complete Unknown’ Performance to Drop

14 November 2024 at 18:00
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis. The prediction pages reflect the current standings in the race and do not reflect personal preferences for any individual […]

Awards Season Calendar 2024-2025: Complete Schedule for Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and More

12 November 2024 at 18:50
The awards season can be a long haul. Discover all the essential dates and timelines for the upcoming awards season. This comprehensive guide lists the key moments and milestones leading to the Academy Awards. This page is your go-to resource for the full calendar of significant awards and nominations, helping you stay updated on the […]

‘The Piano Lesson’ Star Danielle Deadwyler on How August Wilson’s Plays Are ‘Love Letters to Black America’ and Being ‘Open’ to Superhero Movies

11 November 2024 at 18:42
Danielle Deadwyler is a force of nature. The versatile actor’s career has skyrocketed in recent years, with roles that span genres and defy expectations. In 2024 alone, Deadwyler took on a staggering five projects, yet none resonated with her, quite like “The Piano Lesson.” On this episode of the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast, Deadwyler opens […]

Oscar Voters, Don’t be Scared of ‘Nosferatu’: Director Robert Eggers Explains His Gothic Horror Vision at First Screening (EXCLUSIVE)

9 November 2024 at 01:22
“Nosferatu” has arrived. Robert Eggers’ reimagining of the 1922 silent German horror classic “Nosferatu” is being hailed as one of the year’s most terrifying yet visually stunning films. At a special screening Thursday at the Directors Guild of America theater in Los Angeles, Hollywood heavyweights including Chris Pine, Giovanni Ribisi, Casey Affleck and Ruth E. […]

Denis Villeneuve on ‘Dune 3,’ Amy Adams’ Oscar Snub for ‘Arrival’ and the Secret Rom-Com He Wrote

8 November 2024 at 19:53
For “Dune: Part Two” director Denis Villeneuve, filmmaking is more than just a career… It’s a calling. Villeneuve approaches each project with an almost spiritual reverence, especially Frank Herbert’s “Dune” series, a saga he describes as “a world with endless depth and complexity.” For fans eagerly awaiting a third installment, he carefully manages expectations around […]

Studios Want Oscar Recognition for ‘Inside Out 2’ and ‘The Wild Robot’ Beyond Animated Feature. Will Voters Embrace Them?

7 November 2024 at 19:55
It’s been a banner year for animated movies, with artists using the genre to tell stories about robots, cats, snails and the full spectrum of human emotion. These films are just as bold and boundary pushing as the dramas, musicals and historical epics that are seen as top contenders for Oscars. Yet they aren’t getting […]

Ryan Reynolds Says Hosting the Oscars ‘Would Be a Dream,’ Talks Academy’s ‘Greatest’ Snub and ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Success

7 November 2024 at 19:29
Ryan Reynolds’ brand of humor has made him a beloved star in Hollywood both on and off the screen, and it still doesn’t feel real to him — even when his movie “Deadpool & Wolverine” grosses more than $1.5 billion. “Deadpool & Wolverine” became a box office behemoth, pulling in an astounding $636 million domestically […]

‘Dune: Part Two’ Score Submitted for Oscars Despite Not Meeting Eligibility Requirements; ‘I Don’t Think This Is Over Yet,’ Says Denis Villeneuve (EXCLUSIVE)

6 November 2024 at 18:00
Warner Bros. and the “Dune: Part Two” team are not backing down from their Oscar ambitions, still hoping for recognition for Hans Zimmer’s powerful score. As first reported by Variety in October, Zimmer’s music for Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi epic faced a speed bump when an independent review questioned whether the score met the Academy’s eligibility […]

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