The Awardist

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‘Parasite' leads history-making Oscars, and a conversation with Bong Joon Ho Feb 11, 2020

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EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal, David Canfield, and Joey Nolfi give their takes on Hollywood’s biggest night, from the show’s best moments to its worst. The group also debates what the most surprising wins were, and reminisces on their favorite awards season moments from this year. Plus, we take another listen to The Awardist’s interview with Bong Joon Ho, who took home four Oscars last night, including Best Picture and Best Director.

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Who will win vs. who should win at the Oscars — plus nominee Laura Dern Feb 04, 2020

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EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal, David Canfield, JD Heyman, and Joey Nolfi analyze the last few precursor awards — the BAFTAs, WGAs, and DGAs — and what they might mean for the Oscars. The group also makes their final predictions for Hollywood’s big night, including who should win versus who will win. Plus, EW executive editor Clarissa Cruz sits down with Best Supporting Actress nominee for ‘Marriage Story,’ Laura Dern.

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SAG and PGA surprises pave way for ‘1917’ and ‘Parasite,’ plus Tom Hanks, Marielle Heller, and Joanne Rogers Jan 22, 2020

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Hosts Shana Naomi Krochmal and David Canfield are joined once again by EW’s editor-in-chief JD Heyman to talk about the SAG and PGA Awards, both of which had some surprising top nods that have reshaped the Best Director and Best Picture races for the Oscars. And, they look ahead to Sundance and this weekend’s Grammy Awards. Plus, Canfield and Joey Nolfi interview Tom Hanks, director Marielle Heller, and Fred Rogers’ wife, Joanne, about the film ‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.'

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Academy Awards nominations, plus Thomasin McKenzie talks ‘Jojo Rabbit’ Jan 13, 2020

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Hosts Shana Naomi Krochmal and David Canfield are joined by EW’s editor-in-chief JD Heyman and writer and awards expert Joey Nolfi to debate and discuss what they loved, what they didn’t, and what they were most surprised by from this year's Oscars nominations. The group also gives some early predictions of potential winners at this year's Oscars and previews this weekend’s SAG Awards. Plus, Canfield talks with ‘Jojo Rabbit’ star Thomasin McKenzie, who is nominated with the ‘JoJo’ ensemble for a SAG Award, about her work in the anti-hate satire film.

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What the Golden Globes tell us about this year’s Oscars — plus, Sam Mendes and Roger Deakins talk ‘1917’ Jan 07, 2020

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EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal and David Canfield are joined by EW features editor Sarah Rodman to discuss their take on the Golden Globes, from the winners to the losers to the biggest shocks of the night — and what it all means for the awards season moving forward. Plus, Canfield interviews newly minted double Golden Globe winner Sam Mendes and acclaimed cinematographer Roger Deakins about their film, ‘1917.’

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Greta Gerwig on her film ‘Little Women,’ and final predictions for the Golden Globes Dec 31, 2019

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EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal, David Canfield, and Mary Sollosi give their final predictions for this year's Golden Globes, including who will win versus who should win. They also discuss the history of awards hopefuls releasing over the holidays, and how that might impact this year’s race. Plus, David and Mary interview ‘Little Women’ writer-director Greta Gerwig.

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Jamie Foxx (‘Just Mercy’) and Jonathan Pryce (‘The Two Popes’) — plus, the current state of the Oscar race Dec 17, 2019

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EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal and David Canfield analyze the Screen Actors Guild Award nominations and weigh in on where the Oscar race stands currently. Plus: Leah Greenblatt interviews the Golden Globe-nominated star of ‘The Two Popes,’ Jonathan Pryce, and Derek Lawrence talks to SAG best supporting actor nominee for ‘Just Mercy,’ Jamie Foxx.

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Golden Globes nominations are here, plus nominee Cynthia Erivo talks ‘Harriet’ Dec 10, 2019

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EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal, David Canfield, and Sarah Rodman dissect Monday’s Golden Globes nominations, from the biggest surprises to the weirdest snubs. The group also breaks down the Critics’ Choice Awards nominations and their bearing on the Oscar race. Plus: we interview ‘Harriet’ star and double Golden Globe nominee Cynthia Erivo about her transformation into Harriet Tubman. For complete awards coverage, go to EW.com/awardist

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Lorene Scafaria (‘Hustlers’) and Lulu Wang/Shuzhen Zhao (‘The Farewell’) Dec 03, 2019

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EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal, David Canfield, and Clarissa Cruz share two in-depth conversations with acclaimed female filmmakers: Lorene Scafaria, who fought hard to adapt the screenplay for ‘Hustlers’ – and then even harder to get to direct the movie – talks about working with Jennifer Lopez, why there’s so little nudity even in the film’s strip club scenes, and how an introvert is handling the crush of Hollywood awards campaigning. Then Clarissa talks with Lulu Wang, writer/director of ‘The Farewell,’ and Shuzhen Zhao, who plays the irrepressible Nai Nai. They discuss the negotiations required to make a film that felt as grounded in its Chinese heritage as its American story, why the movie challenges traditional awards show categorization, and Awkwafina’s beautifully restrained performance.

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Robert Pattinson on ‘The Lighthouse,’ and what the Indie Spirit nominations could mean for the Oscars Nov 26, 2019

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EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal and David Canfield break down the recently announced Indie Spirit Awards nominations: who got in, who didn’t, and what, if anything, they mean for the Oscar race. Plus, the films that received nods from the Grammys. And, EW’s Clark Collis sits down with Robert Pattinson to talk about his film, ‘The Lighthouse.’

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