Viggo Mortensen and Mahershala Ali in Green Book, the film that surprised many by winning Best Picture.
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Many cinephiles were probably surprised at Green Book’s Best Picture win - but given the Academy’s track record, it shouldn’t be that much of a shock.
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Winner of the 2019 Oscar for best picture, Green Book highlights the history of racism in America and has lessons for today.
Olivia Colman winning best actress for The Favourite.
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No big political statements this year but plenty of strong roles for women as two films emerge as firm favourites for Oscar Best Picture honours.