This year’s slate of best international film Oscar nominees puts France, Brazil, Germany, Latvia and Denmark center stage for the upcoming Academy Awards. And with several of these films dealing with deep-rooted issues in their country from past to present, ranging from stories about censorship, military takeovers to ultimate redemption and hope in the face of senseless violence, there’s a lot connecting these selections despite their widely differing styles. And in the case of one animated film, an entirely different medium.
“Emilia Pérez,” which led the overall nomination tally with 13, including best picture and best director, has the most cross-genre appeal, with the film bringing together the movie
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