By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com Awards season is officially heating up, and the road to Hollywood’s biggest night is now firmly underway. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has unveiled the official shortlists across 12 categories for the 98th Academy Awards, offering the clearest picture yet of which films and creators are surging ahead as Oscar contenders. With nominations voting set to begin in January and the ceremony fast approaching, this year’s shortlists
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