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Oscar nominations are out and there could be some possible firsts.
The multiverse-skipping sci-fi indie hit “Everything Everywhere All at Once” led nominations to the 95th Academy Awards that were announced this morning. Get the full list of 2023 Oscar nominees.
Michael Phillips offers his 10 thoughts so far on the 95th running of the bull called Oscar.
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