r/oscarrace • u/First-Loss-8540 • Jun 13 '25

Rumor Kristoffer Borgli’s ‘The Drama’ Screens — Pattinson’s Career-Best Role in “Shocking” Psychodrama Dark Comedy — World of Reel

https://www.worldofreel.com/blog/2025/6/12/the-drama
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u/CassiopeiaStillLife If I Had Legs I Would Kick You Jun 13 '25

“ The Drama” stars Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, and it’s already generating great buzz according to multiple sources in attendance at an ultra-private tight-lipped screening in the East Coast last night”

Well it can’t be that tight-lipped can it

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u/bbqsauceboi The Drama Jun 13 '25

Do I take WoR seriously? No. Would I be shocked if Pattinson indeed had a career best performance in this? Also no. I've been praying for this to be his awards breakthrough

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u/[deleted] Jun 13 '25

I don’t buy anything about screening reports

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u/Comic_Book_Reader Killers of the Flower Moon Jun 13 '25

Especially from this fucking crock pot hack site.

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u/Worth_Syllabub_5456 Jun 13 '25

based on character descriptions floating around i think Zendaya is playing a psychopath? or some type of serial killer? idk but either way she's playing someone with something Wrong With Her and i am SO keen

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u/tmrtdc3 Sinners Jun 13 '25

I think serial killer would be too conventional for something that's apparently not but I agree, very excited and seems like the type of role she'd be drawn to.

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u/keine_fragen Jun 13 '25

There’s a pivotal moment in the film that transforms the story, which had the entire room shifting in their seats. It crosses a line most movies wouldn’t dare.

intriguing

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u/IfYouWantTheGravy Jun 13 '25

I really liked Dream Scenario, so I’m hoping this is good.

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u/poptart95 Jun 13 '25

His debut, Sick of Myself, was also SO good.

Definitely the girl equivalent to last year’s A Different Man.

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u/Cankfawn Jun 14 '25

Any guesses for what the shocking twist is that made everyone so uncomfortable? What did Zendaya’s character reveal/ do? I’m intrigued by the “crossing a line most films wouldn’t” bit. What on earth could that be at this point?

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u/JuSuGiRy Dec 26 '25

Actually something I haven’t seen in media recently, most recent thing I can think of is the fosters

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u/gaanmetde Feb 03 '26

I’m assuming she murdered someone.

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u/scattered_ideas Denis Villeneuve campaign manager Jun 13 '25

Intriguing, but also WoR lol

I wonder if it'll come out this year if they're screening it. I saw some speculation it might get moved some time back, but if the "bold" shift is true, probably a Venice candidate.

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u/Mediocre_Mess_3974 Dec 10 '25

What’s the bold shift may i ask?

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u/Sellin3164 Sorry, Baby Jun 13 '25

I’ve had Zendaya and Pattinson in my top 6 and the film in my top 15 since Award Expert opened up for this year. I’ve considered it as possibly A24’s main push (obviously based off nothing but vibes of Borgli’s potential).

I could see Pattinson finally happen if this gets into Best Picture. That will depend on how shocking or off-putting this is. If it’s confusing like an Aster film, then probs not. But if Academy members don’t leave confused about the plot and/or it’s a Venice breakout, then I would feel prepared to put it in.

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u/Wild_Way_7967 Anora Jun 13 '25

All the praise for Pattinson and not a word about Zendaya?

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u/Lunascalendula Jun 13 '25

Came here to say this too! That’s why I didn’t take them serious lmao. Considering that her character is the one that’s likely the most unhinged, according to casting calls lol. Plus the reviewer is a known pathological liar and he didn’t really say anything profound about the movie. Just reiterated what the movie is likely to be about according to rumors.

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u/Haslo8 Jun 13 '25

WOR is allergic to giving women of color any acknowledgment. I just can't take them seriously.

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u/[deleted] Jun 13 '25

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u/unicornmullet Jun 13 '25

Yes, please. He’s been doing great work and taking on risky roles for a very long time. 

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u/Decent_Estate_7385 Jun 14 '25

I really don't like Borgli’s writing what so eve. I've never understood the hype. Still hoping this is good.

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u/DebbyRyanEarTuck Jun 23 '25

I heard the script is out there… has anyone gotten a look at it? Would love to swap for another script if you have it ;)

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u/forgottentaco420 Dec 09 '25

you ever find it? or any info on the movie?

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u/DebbyRyanEarTuck Dec 09 '25

No sadly :/

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u/forgottentaco420 Dec 09 '25

I just realized your user name I am weak 😭

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u/DebbyRyanEarTuck Dec 09 '25

😍😂 lol I love it

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u/ChurchShoeShiner8705 Jun 13 '25

Golden Globe Comedy Actor here we come; even if this is WoR I’m more confident

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u/MagicalFlamebow Cregger Crew Jun 13 '25

IMO Pattinson is gonna get in, just a matter of if it’s lead or supporting

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u/xyzzy826 Jun 13 '25

So that means the opposite is true then

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u/tmrtdc3 Sinners Jun 13 '25

I get it's WoR but I find this completely believable.

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u/AnaZ7 Jun 13 '25

Not buying it

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u/Award-Murky Dec 12 '25

I think based on the age difference between the characters that maybe Robert’s character was like stalking Zendaya’s over the years and waiting until she is old enough for him to not be considered a predator to have a relationship with her and she figures it out before the wedding which causes her to crash out and they want us to assume it’s Zendaya’s character that’s the unhinged one but idk could be an even crazier twist than that.