
2026 Oscars Best Actor Performances Ranked
An article ranks the performances of the five nominees for Best Actor at the 2026 Oscars, describing the race as historically great and challenging to rank.
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An article ranks the performances of the five nominees for Best Actor at the 2026 Oscars, describing the race as historically great and challenging to rank.

Despite two decades away from the spotlight, Gene Hackman's enduring connection to Hollywood is highlighted through his life with Betsy Arakawa in Santa Fe, reflecting on his two Oscars and extensive career.

Author Bret Easton Ellis stated that several major stars declined the role of Patrick Bateman in 'American Psycho' before Christian Bale was cast.
The director of 'Anora' discusses their next project, which reportedly features more sex, following their Oscar success.
The director of the film 'Anora' is discussing their next project after sweeping the Oscars, hinting at more provocative content.

Liza Minnelli claims in her upcoming memoir that the Academy Awards organizers instructed her to use a wheelchair when she presented at the ceremony.
The director of the Oscar-sweeping film 'Anora' is set to release a new project promising 'more sex.'
The director of the film 'Anora,' which swept the Oscars, discusses their next project, hinting at more provocative content.
The director of the Oscar-winning film 'Anora' discusses their next project, promising 'more sex'.
The Times covers the new project from the director of 'Anora' following their Oscar success, noting a focus on more explicit content.

The Academy Awards' supporting actress race is quietly approaching a historic moment, as Black women have never won the same acting prize three years in a row. This year's nominations could potentially break that trend.
EJAE reflects on her Grammy-winning K-pop song 'Golden' from 'KPop Demon Hunters' and her new single 'Time After Time,' expressing nervousness about the Oscars.

Screen Rant revisits Christopher Nolan's 2011 Oscar snub for Best Director, noting it was one of only two nominations he has received in the category despite his acclaimed work.

Liza Minnelli alleges that the Academy "inexplicably ordered" her to use a wheelchair at the 2022 Oscars, despite her protests, citing age and safety concerns she deemed "bullshit."
The director of 'Anora' discusses their next projects after sweeping the Oscars, hinting at more explicit content.
The director of 'Anora,' fresh off sweeping the Oscars, discusses their next project and the inclusion of more sex in their work.
Following an Oscar sweep, the director of 'Anora' is reportedly working on a new project with more explicit content.
The director of the Oscar-sweeping film 'Anora' discussed their next project, hinting at more explicit content.

Atlus, Billboard's Country Rookie of the Month for February, discusses his journey from driving trucks to achieving chart success, emphasizing the emotional connection of his music.
A review recommends a film for fans of 'Vertigo' and discusses the latest work from the director of the Oscar-sweeping film 'Anora'.

An exclusive behind-the-scenes clip from the Oscar-nominated animated film 'Arco' reveals the heartwarming origin story of how Ugo Bienvenu and Félix de Givry wrote the movie.

Experts debate whether hosting awards shows is the most challenging job in entertainment, citing examples of both disastrous and successful pairings.

Last year’s Oscar acting winners — Adrien Brody, Kieran Culkin, Mikey Madison and Zoe Saldaña — will return to the 98th Academy Awards to present trophies to the next wave of victors. Raj Kapoor, the

As her Women’s prize-winning novel heads to the Oscars, Maggie O’Farrell's best books are ranked, from tales of new motherhood to a life-affirming memoir.

The British Academy Film Awards are facing an identity dilemma, balancing the desire to attract global attention with the need to celebrate homegrown projects, reflected in fewer UK nominations this year.
The director of the Oscar-sweeping film 'Anora' talks about their next projects and incorporating more sex into cinema.
The director of 'Anora' discusses their latest projects after sweeping the Oscars, hinting at more explicit content.
The director of the Oscar-sweeping film 'Anora' discusses their next project, hinting at more mature themes.
The director of 'Anora' discusses their next steps after sweeping the Oscars, including plans for more sex scenes in future projects.
A review suggests a new film for fans of 'Vertigo' and discusses the next project from the director of 'Anora', which recently swept the Oscars, promising 'more sex'.
The director of the film 'Anora' talks about their next projects after sweeping the Oscars, including a focus on more explicit content.
More sex! What the Anora director did next after sweeping the Oscars The Times

Liza Minnelli claims in her new memoir that the Oscars forced her to use a wheelchair at the 2022 ceremony with Lady Gaga, expressing her strong disapproval of the treatment.
Adrien Brody, Macaulay Culkin, Madison, and Zoe Saldaña are announced as presenters for the upcoming Academy Awards.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that 15 scientific and technical achievements, represented by 27 individual recipients, will be honored at its annual Scientific and Technical

As her Women’s prize-winning novel 'Hamnet' heads to the Oscars, a new article ranks author Maggie O’Farrell’s best works, from tales of motherhood to a life-affirming memoir.