“Emilia Pérez” is hobbled, “Anora” is revitalized and plenty remains up in the air ahead of the March 2 awards ceremony.

This year’s ceremony, hosted by Nikki Glaser, could bring some clarity to a muddled best picture race.

The singer-songwriter was never only a creature of music. Our critic watched every film with him that she could find to better understand the artist.

They were the bright lights during a rocky year, making the city a cooler, and fairer, place to be.