Will ‘Behemoth!’ Push Pedro Pascal Into Oscar Contention?
Pedro Pascal’s turn as a tormented cellist in Tony Gilroy’s ‘Behemoth!’ is igniting Oscar chatter across critics.
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What is the premise of ‘Behemoth!’?
The film follows a classical cellist confronting a midlife crisis, as described in Variety’s review.
Who directed ‘Behemoth!’?
Tony Gilroy is credited as the director in multiple coverage pieces.
What is the current Oscar buzz around Pedro Pascal’s performance?
Variety frames the role as Oscar‑worthy for Pascal and Latinos, and Gold Derby posted instant Oscar predictions after the New York Film Festival premiere.
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Yes, ‘Behemoth!’ is being framed as an Oscar‑worthy vehicle for Pedro Pascal. Variety calls the role the one he and Latinos have been waiting for, and Gold Derby posted instant Oscar predictions following the film’s New York Film Festival premiere.
Slant Magazine’s review highlights Pascal anchoring Tony Gilroy’s intimate symphony of memory, underscoring strong critical support. Nonetheless, the buzz sits alongside notes that the film is a niche music drama.
Variety describes it as an elevated bauble where Pascal plays a classical cellist navigating a midlife crisis, and an exclusive explains that nine composers contributed to the score, suggesting a complex but potentially divisive soundscape. Watch upcoming awards‑season screenings and the official nomination slate for confirmation.
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Coverage (6)
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‘Behemoth!’ Review: Pedro Pascal Anchors Tony Gilroy’s Intimate Symphony of MemorySlant Magazine · 4h ago
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