Entertainment Weekly’s Top Oscar Predictions for 2021
The Oscars are just around the corner, and everyone is eagerly anticipating the biggest night in Hollywood. Entertainment Weekly has released its list of top Oscars predictions for 2021, and we can’t wait to see if they get it right. In this blog post, we’ll break down some of their top picks and discuss why they deserve to win.
Best Picture
Entertainment Weekly’s top pick for Best Picture is “Nomadland.” This movie, directed by Chloé Zhao, follows a woman in her 60s who embarks on a journey through the American West after losing everything in the Great Recession. The film is a powerful meditation on grief and loss, and Zhao’s direction is both sensitive and nuanced.
Another contender is “The Trial of the Chicago 7,” which chronicles the trial of seven activists who were charged with conspiracy and inciting a riot during the 1968 Democratic National Convention. The movie is directed by Aaron Sorkin and boasts an impressive cast, including Eddie Redmayne, Sacha Baron Cohen, and Mark Rylance.
Best Director
As mentioned above, Chloé Zhao is a strong contender for Best Director for her work on “Nomadland.” She is known for her intimate character studies and her ability to capture the beauty of the natural world.
David Fincher is another favorite for his work on “Mank,” which follows the life of screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz as he races to finish the screenplay for “Citizen Kane.” The movie is shot in black and white and boasts a stunning visual style that pays homage to classic Hollywood.
Best Actor
Entertainment Weekly’s pick for Best Actor is Chadwick Boseman for his performance in “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.” This movie, based on a play by August Wilson, follows a recording session with blues singer Ma Rainey in 1920s Chicago. Boseman gives a powerful performance as an ambitious young trumpeter who clashes with the older members of the band.
Another contender is Riz Ahmed for his work in “Sound of Metal.” Ahmed plays a drummer who begins to lose his hearing and must learn how to adapt to a new way of life. His performance is raw and emotional, and the film has been praised for its sound design and immersive storytelling.
Best Actress
Viola Davis is Entertainment Weekly’s top pick for Best Actress for her work in “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.” She plays the titular character, a legendary blues singer who clashes with her band members during a recording session. Davis’s performance is commanding and nuanced, and she captures the complexity of Ma Rainey’s character perfectly.
Another contender is Carey Mulligan for her work in “Promising Young Woman.” Mulligan plays a traumatized woman who seeks revenge on the men who wronged her in the past. Her performance is darkly comedic and unsettling, and the film has been praised for its bold storytelling and sharp social commentary.
Conclusion
These are just a few of Entertainment Weekly’s top picks for the 2021 Oscars. Whether they get it right or not remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure: the competition this year is fierce. We can’t wait to see who takes home the coveted golden statue on April 25th.
