Oscars: International Feature Shortlist Includes Firsts For Latvia & Thailand; Audiard’s ‘Emilia Pérez’ & Salles’ ‘I’m Still Here’ Among Expected Pics In The Cut

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Oscars unveil 15-film shortlist for International Feature, with Latvia and Thailand making history and acclaimed directors like Audiard and Salles in the mix.

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Latvia and Thailand score their first-ever spots on the International Feature Oscar shortlist, signaling a breakthrough for lesser-known film industries.
Veteran directors Jacques Audiard and Walter Salles have entries in the running, with Audiard's 'Emilia Pérez' and Salles' 'I'm Still Here' generating awards buzz.

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Jacques Audiard, Walter Salles, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Emilia Pérez, I'm Still Here

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