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Oscars 2022 was a chaotic affair, but it didn't diminish the shine of some great stories told on-screen. Get an insider's look with these candid conversation on "Variety Studios: Actors on Actors."
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Jessica Chastain was named best actress for her performance on "The Eyes of Tammy Faye." Watch her interview on "Variety Studio: Actors on Actors" below:

Lady Gaga, Jake Gyllenhaal and more
Lady Gaga, Jake Gyllenhaal and more

Ariana DeBose won best supporting actress for her performance on "West Side Story." With the win, DeBose became the first openly queer woman of color to win any category. Listen to what she has to say about working on this classic musical in this episode.

Penélope Cruz, Benedict Cumberbatch and more
Penélope Cruz, Benedict Cumberbatch and more

"Belfast" was named the best original screenplay. Watch Jamie Dornan discuss how he played an emotionally complex character.

Andrew Garfield, Rachel Zegler and more
Andrew Garfield, Rachel Zegler and more

"CODA" was a big winner at this year's Oscars. The film won for best picture, best supporting actor and best adapted screenplay. Watch Marlee Matlin speak about what it was like to work on this film.

Nicole Kidman, Kristen Stewart and more
Nicole Kidman, Kristen Stewart and more

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