Inde Navarrette Leads Ambitious Oscar Campaign for 'Obsession'

Inde Navarrette is set to spearhead a robust Oscar campaign for her performance in the box office hit "Obsession," as confirmed exclusively by Variety. This initiative from Focus Features aims to secure nominations across a broad spectrum of categories, positioning writer-director Curry Barker as a multi-talented contender.

With a global box office tally exceeding $505.6 million on a mere $750,000 budget, the film has become a strong candidate for awards recognition. Navarrette's role is pivotal, serving as the campaign's focal point in the best actress category, while Barker is being promoted as a contender for best director, original screenplay, and film editing.

However, a key strategic choice remains: whether "Obsession" will vie for Best Drama or Best Musical or Comedy at the Golden Globes. This decision echoes past strategies, such as Jordan Peele’s "Get Out," which successfully competed in the comedy category.

Source: variety.com