The Oscar race is on. The acting races at this year’s 98th ceremony are anything but straightforward. Across lead and supporting categories, the field is defined by generational clashes, overdue narratives, potential history-makers and a few spoilers who could upend what pundits and awards enthusiasts are expecting. We have candidates like Timothée Chalamet and Jacob Elordi who are chasing youth records. Contenders like Emma Stone and Sean Penn who are eyeing rare third trophies. There are