Among the various categories to follow in the Oscar race this year, Best Foreign Language Film is at once the most exciting and uneventful. On the one hand, the caliber of submissions promises one of the most impressive lineups in recent memory. At the same time, the overwhelming adoration of Alfonso Cuarón’s “Roma” suggests that the winner is a foregone conclusion. Indeed, this black-and-white epic has managed to transcend the usual foreign language “ghetto,” positioning itself as a major player in marquee categories like Best Picture and Best Director. As such, its slot in the upcoming Academy Award shortlist for Best Foreign Language Film seems all but secured. But what about the other eight films? Read on for my take on how this category could play out in the lead up to the shortlist announcement on December 17.
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