The 97th Academy Awards promise to conclude a tumultuous Oscar season marked by shifting frontrunners, evidence of controversy, and the influence of past misconduct. Hosted by Conan O'Brien, the ceremony will shed light on Los Angeles's resilience in the aftermath of recent wildfires that have impacted the film industry. Netflix's Emilia Perez, despite leading with 13 nominations, is facing challenges due to offensive tweets from its star. Meanwhile, Sean Baker's Anora, a critical and awards darling, is now seen as a significant favorite for Best Picture among a field of unpredictable selections.
The lead nominee is Netflix's Emilia Perez, with 13 nominations, but that film has seen its chances crater following uproar over years-old offensive tweets by its star.
Oscar producers have said the show will celebrate the city's resilience amidst the ongoing recovery from wildfires affecting the film community and the Academy.
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