movies
March 15, 2026
The Oscars Have Arrived: 'A Battle After Battle' and 'Sinners' Face Final Duel Before the Seventh Art Jurors
Two films capture attention at this Oscars gala Photo: iStock
TL;DR
- 'Sinners' leads with 16 Oscar nominations, while 'A Battle After Battle' has 13.
- Both films could potentially break the record for most Oscar wins.
- The Best Director category pits Paul Thomas Anderson against Ryan Coogler.
- The International category features strong contenders from Norway ('Sentimental Value') and Brazil ('The Secret Agent').
- Acting categories are also hotly contested, with Jessie Buckley, Michael B. Jordan, and Sean Penn among those with strong chances.