The Oscars are more international than ever. So why is the international film category broken?
The Oscars are more international than ever
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The key global issue is not the clash of north and south: it’s who supports international law and who doesn’t | Jean-Noël Barrot
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2025 Mexico Open scores: International trend continues as PGA Tour begins play South of the border
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Why Anora should win the best picture Oscar
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Review: Trauma haunts 'The Monkey,' but the film is more interested in going bananas
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Oscar favorite ‘Anora’ wins best film, director and actor at the Independent Spirit Awards
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Why Dune: Part Two should win the best picture Oscar
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U.S. stocks are near record highs. Why are investors so worried?
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Why I’m Still Here should win the best picture Oscar
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