Balanced

Oscars Recap: A Night of Surprises and Reflections This year, the Oscars echoed the sentiment that there were no clear cinematic juggernauts to crown the evening. Unlike last year’s powerhouse presence of “Oppenheimer,” this year felt more subdued yet alive with unexpected twists. It was a night replete with talent yet marked by subtlety, leaving many to wonder: is a quieter celebration of film any less impactful? The whispers around Kieran Culkin’s performance in “A Real Pain” suggested he was a strong…