The actress Thuso Mbedu still trains with the director, who helped model longevity in the film industry.
Category: The Woman King (Movie)
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Inside the ‘Blood Sport’ of Oscars Campaigns
The New York Times – Movies:War rooms. Oppo dumps. Eight-figure budgets. How the quest for awards-season glory got so cutthroat.
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How the Oscars and Grammys Thrive on the Lie of Meritocracy
The New York Times – Music:Despite all the markers of excellence, contenders like Danielle Deadwyler, Viola Davis and Beyoncé weren’t recognized for the highest honors. Niche awards don’t suffice.
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For the First Time Ever, I’m Optimistic About Women in the Movie World
The New York Times – Movies:It’s not just the volume and range of films centered on female characters. It’s also a shift in consciousness that has made feminist concerns mainstream.
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‘All Quiet on the Western Front’ Leads BAFTA Nominees
The New York Times – Movies:The German-language movie received 14 nods and will compete for best film against the likes of “Everything Everywhere All at Once” and “The Banshees of Inisherin.”
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These Would Be Our Oscar Nominations
The New York Times – Movies:Four editors and one critic share their wish lists for best picture, best actress and best actor.
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Will These Be the 10 Best Picture Oscar Nominees?
The New York Times – Movies:Now that critics’ laurels and box office results are in, the race for the top honor is clearer. But there’s still room for an outside contender to slip in.
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Lashana Lynch Challenges the ‘Strong Black Woman’ Cliché, Softly
The New York Times – Movies:She plays a ferocious warrior in “The Woman King,” but in her performance, vulnerability and humanity were what she sought to convey.
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11 Ways I Escaped Reality This Year
The New York Times – Movies:Our critic was haunted, in a good way, by the performances she saw in movies, theater and TV that offered glimpses into other worlds.
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11 Ways I Escaped Reality This Year
The New York Times – Movies:Our critic was haunted, in a good way, by the performances she saw in movies, theater and TV that offered glimpses into other worlds.