General · 4 September 2026

John Malkovich tipped for Oscar after new film premiere

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John Malkovich is already being talked about as a contender for next year's Best Actor Oscar for his role in "Wild Horse Nine." The film, directed by Martin McDonagh, premiered at the Venice Film Festival on September 3, 2026, and received a 14-minute standing ovation. Malkovich plays Chris, a cynical CIA agent in 1973 Chile, who begins to regret his past actions.

By BriefTea Editorial · 4 September 2026 at 4:28

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