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'Barbenheimer' mania fuels US gambling on the Oscars
Gamblers can put their money on top prizes such as best picture, actor or actress, or take a chance on lower-profile categories.
Wed Mar 06 2024
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'Oppenheimer' to be shown in Japan, 8 months after 'Barbenheimer' outrage
The release date is almost eight months after memes mixing visuals from "Barbie" with atomic blasts provoked anger from people in Japan.
Wed Jan 24 2024
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'Barbie,' 'Oppenheimer' lead SAG nominations on road to Oscars
The SAG awards are closely watched as actors form the largest group of voters for the Oscars in March.
Thu Jan 11 2024
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'Barbie' edges 'Oppenheimer' to lead Golden Globe nominations
The two films which featured in a summer box office clash dubbed "Barbenheimer" - will compete in different categories at the Golden Globes.
Tue Dec 12 2023
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'Barbie' movie debut shines even brighter as final tally rises
"Barbie" faced off against director Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer" in a box office battle dubbed "Barbenheimer."
Wed Jul 26 2023
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'Barbenheimer' frenzy gives sluggish summer box office a major boost
The much-hyped "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" box office battle over the weekend proved to be a win for movie theaters.
Mon Jul 24 2023