The Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo have wrapped up in no time at all, leaving us to pivot toward the Oscars and March Madness. As one grand spectacle concludes, the next wave of cultural highlights and distractions beckons—reminding us just how quickly our attention can shift.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is one step closer to Academy Awards consideration, unveiling an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at its Infinity Castle film. After a successful 2025 debut, the anime phenomenon aims to secure a coveted nomination this year.

In 1998, “Shakespeare in Love” soared to 13 Academy Award nominations, emerging as a romantic comedy underdog that overturned awards predictions. Harvey Weinstein’s unconventional For Your Consideration strategy set a new benchmark for Oscar campaigns. Its unexpected triumph continues to shape Hollywood’s awards season strategies.