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EPISODE · Dec 1, 2024 · 19 MIN

Wicked for the Oscars: Can Blockbuster Cinema Return to the Academy's Heart?

from Stories in Motion · host D & J

In this episode, we explore Wicked's unexpected rise as a Best Picture contender at the 2024 Oscars. From its toy tie-ins to its political roots, we discuss how it stacks up against this year’s competition, including Anora and The Brutalist, and what it means for the future of blockbuster cinema.

In this episode, we explore Wicked's unexpected rise as a Best Picture contender at the 2024 Oscars. From its toy tie-ins to its political roots, we discuss how it stacks up against this year’s competition, including Anora and The Brutalist, and what it means for the future of blockbuster cinema.

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