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Wagner Moura Disappointed Over Oscar Snub for Director

1/31/2026

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Wagner Moura expressed disappointment that his film “The Secret Agent” received four Oscar nominations, including a best actor nod for him, but its writer-director Kleber Mendonça Filho is not an official nominee due to Academy rules.
Moura praised Filho's screenplay and highlighted their long-standing collaboration.
He discussed the emotional connection of soccer in Brazil and the political appropriation of the national team by the far right.
Moura emphasized the importance of modeling values for his children during awards season.
The 98th Academy Awards will occur on March 15, where Moura will compete against notable actors.

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Wagner Moura expressed disappointment that his film “The Secret Agent” received four Oscar nominations, including a best actor nod for him, but its writer-director Kleber Mendonça Filho is not an official nominee due to Academy rules.
Moura praised Filho's screenplay and highlighted their long-standing collaboration.
He discussed the emotional connection of soccer in Brazil and the political appropriation of the national team by the far right.
Moura emphasized the importance of modeling values for his children during awards season.
The 98th Academy Awards will occur on March 15, where Moura will compete against notable actors.