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The conversation points out that many critics and award bodies now favor films with political messaging that aligns with leftist sensibilities, rather than quality or entertainment value. This bias extends to the Oscars, where historically, films that underperform at the box office—sometimes due to their controversial or niche content—are favored for nominations, seeking to promote “artistic” credibility. Such trends contribute to declining television ratings for award shows because they no longer reflect popular tastes or cultural relevance.