After past complaints about a lack of diversity, two of this year's four acting accolades may go to people of color. Will Smith is likely to earn his first Oscar for "King Richard," awards watchers say, as is Ariana DeBose for "West Side Story."
In the best picture race, success hinges on whether the 9,900 members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences back a gothic psychological thriller or an uplifting story. "CODA" tells the story of a hearing girl who serves as interpreter for her deaf family but longs to pursue a career in music. CODA is an acronym for "child of deaf adult."A worker paints a display as preparations continue for the Academy Awards in Los Angeles, California, U.S., March 26, 2022. REUTERS/Brian Snyder'IMPORTANT STEPS FORWARD'
Best actress is the most unpredictable. Many experts say Jessica Chastain's portrayal of TV evangelist Tammy Faye Bakker will triumph, though some give the edge to former "Twilight" vampire Kristen Stewart for playing Princess Diana in "Spencer.
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