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Margaret Qualley Snubbed: Oscar Outrage Over Horror Overlook

1/26/2025

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Margaret Qualley’s shocking Oscar snub for her captivating role in *The Substance* has ignited a firestorm of frustration among fans, underscoring the Academy's persistent disregard for horror films. While the film garnered five nominations, including Best Picture, Qualley’s brilliance was unjustly overlooked, echoing the snubs faced by other talented actors like Nicolas Cage and Hugh Grant this awards season.

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Margaret Qualley’s shocking Oscar snub for her captivating role in *The Substance* has ignited a firestorm of frustration among fans, underscoring the Academy's persistent disregard for horror films. While the film garnered five nominations, including Best Picture, Qualley’s brilliance was unjustly overlooked, echoing the snubs faced by other talented actors like Nicolas Cage and Hugh Grant this awards season.