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March 15, 2026
The Oscars Arrive: 'A Battle After Battle' and 'Sinners' Face Their Final Duel
The red carpet and golden curtains are rolled out for the grand finale of Hollywood's awards season. The Oscars are celebrated this Sunday with the final showdown between 'A Battle After Battle' and 'Sinners,' the favorites to be crowned film of the year.

TL;DR
- The 98th Academy Awards are scheduled, with 'Sinners' and 'A Battle After Battle' as the main contenders for Best Picture.
- 'Sinners' leads with 16 nominations, while 'A Battle After Battle' has 13.
- Both films could potentially break the record for most Oscar wins.
- The directing category features a potential win for Paul Thomas Anderson or Ryan Coogler.
- The international film category is highly contested between 'Sentimental Value' (Norway) and 'The Secret Agent' (Brazil).
- Jessie Buckley is a likely winner for Best Actress, while Michael B. Jordan has gained momentum for Best Actor.
- Close races are also anticipated in supporting actor and actress categories.