STARWATCH
Feb 13, 2022
3 minutes
WHAT’S IN A NAME? FOR OSCAR, IT’S A REAL ONE!
If Oscar history proves my theory correct, Nicole Kidman is likely going to be walking away with another gold statuette come March 27! And if not her, bet on Jessica Chastain or Kristen Stewart.
My theory, you ask? Simple: academy voters have a penchant, if not a downright OBSESSION, with awarding actors who portray real people – especially recently.
Let’s look at the facts. Two years ago, Renee Zellweger won for her portrayal of Judy Garland. The year before, Olivia Colman was the favourite for playing Queen Anne. Then there’s been Meryl
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