The Oscars don’t always get it right. There’s a long track record of some questionable winners in its biggest categories (just look at the recent Best Picture winner Green Book). But, even if they don’t always take home the trophies they deserve, some of the best movies of all time have at least been nominated or won Academy Awards. After all, despite their many faults, the Oscar remains the most prestigious award in American cinema. And, thankfully, if you’re looking to expand your knowledge of prestige film, Netflix has some great options for you to watch right now.Even if the streaming service is putting most of its efforts into expanding its catalog of streaming series, Netflix still has a number of past Oscar winners, including a few of its own original critical darlings. Whether you’re looking for a ’60s classic like Bonnie and Clyde or a modern masterpiece like Roma, Netflix has you covered. There Will Be Blood Won for: Best Actor (Daniel Day-Lewis), Best CinematographyPaul Thomas Anderson’s masterpiece about a 20th century oil baron follows the makings of the American capitalist villain. Complete with stunning performances from Day-Lewis and Paul Dano, a deconstructed soundtrack from Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood, and the greatest line about a milkshake in film history.Watch Now Marriage Story Won for: Best Supporting Actress (Laura Dern)Noah Baumbach’s semi-autobiographical story about the dissolution of a marriage was a major player at the 2020 Academy Awards. Though the only trophy it took home was for Best Supporting Actress for… Click below to read the full story from Esquire
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