Chloé Zhao's "Hamnet," starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, premiered at the Telluride Film Festival to rave reviews. The film, a fictionalized account of William Shakespeare's grief after losing his son, deeply moved the audience. Buckley and Mescal's performances are considered Oscar-worthy, potentially leading to multiple nominations for the film, including for Best Picture. Zhao, already an Oscar winner, could become the first woman to direct two Best Picture winners. "Hamnet" is a strong contender in various categories, boasting a stellar cast and production team, and is slated for a November release.

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