‘Sinners’ Poised to Make History with Oscar Nominations

With the nominations for the 98th Academy Awards approaching, Ryan Coogler’s vampire film “Sinners” is gaining attention for potentially making history. Set to be announced on Thursday at 8:30 a.m. Eastern, the nominees will be revealed by presenters Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman. Fans of cinema can catch the live broadcast through Oscar.com, Oscars.org, and ABC’s “Good Morning America.”

The Historic Opportunity for “Sinners”

Horror films have often been overlooked by the Academy, but “Sinners” could break this trend. The film stands a chance of receiving more than 14 nominations, a record previously held by “All About Eve,” “Titanic,” and “La La Land.” In addition to Coogler’s direction and writing, Michael B. Jordan may receive his first nomination for acting, contributing to the film’s strong odds.

Competition from Other Films

Another strong contender is Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another,” a father-daughter comedy that is expected to follow closely behind “Sinners.” Both films could lead Warner Bros. to an unprecedented Oscar performance, especially as the studio prepares for a significant sale to Netflix. This year, the Oscars will introduce a new casting category, which may benefit both films even further.

Oscar Night Details

The 98th Academy Awards will take place on March 15 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. This year, Conan O’Brien will return as the host. The ceremony will be broadcast live on ABC and available for streaming on Hulu, although YouTube’s exclusive airing deal is set to begin in 2029.

Other Contenders for Best Picture

This year’s nominees for Best Picture will include:

• “Sinners”
• “One Battle After Another”
• “Sentimental Value” (Norwegian family drama)
• “Hamnet” (Shakespearean drama)
• “Marty Supreme” (table tennis odyssey)

With the Academy’s voting members set to decide shortly, this year’s awards promise to be memorable. As “Sinners” vies for a historic presence in Oscar history, the film industry watches closely.

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