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Yale Professor Paul Grimstad Shines in Dual Oscar Contenders

12/16/2025

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Paul Grimstad, a Yale professor, is the only actor featured in both films vying for Oscars this year.
In One Battle After Another, Paul Grimstad plays Howard Sommerville.
In Marty Supreme, he serves as Production Manager.
He lacks an acting agent and has no formal acting training.
The unexpected rise in the film industry has surprised him as he navigates recognition from students and parents.

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Story summary

Paul Grimstad, a Yale professor, is the only actor featured in both films vying for Oscars this year.
In One Battle After Another, Paul Grimstad plays Howard Sommerville.
In Marty Supreme, he serves as Production Manager.
He lacks an acting agent and has no formal acting training.
The unexpected rise in the film industry has surprised him as he navigates recognition from students and parents.