Popcorn With Peter Travers Season 8 Episode 57 She's Only 21, But Is Saoirse Ronan in Line for Another Oscar Nomination?

She's Only 21, But Is Saoirse Ronan in Line for Another Oscar Nomination? In this episode of Popcorn With Peter Travers, host Peter Travers talks about the talented Irish actress Saoirse Ronan and her latest film roles. Ronan, who has been acting since she was a child, has already been nominated for three Academy Awards (for her performances in Atonement, Brooklyn, and Lady Bird), and Travers thinks she could be in line for another one for her portrayal in the upcoming film Ammonite.

Travers starts the discussion off by talking about his admiration for Ronan's acting skills, and how she seems to bring a maturity and depth to her performances, even at a young age. He then goes on to talk about her latest roles, including her work in Little Women, the 2019 adaptation of the classic novel by Louisa May Alcott. Travers praises Ronan's performance as the headstrong Jo March, and notes that she adds a modern sensibility to the character while still staying true to the spirit of the book.

But the focus of this episode is on Ammonite, a new film set in England in the 1840s that tells the story of the relationship between Mary Anning, a famous paleontologist, and Charlotte Murchison, a wealthy young woman who comes to live with her. Ronan plays Charlotte, and Travers believes that she gives an outstanding performance, showing both vulnerability and strength as her character learns about the world around her and wrestles with her feelings for Mary.

Travers also notes that the film has gotten positive reviews from critics, and that it has the potential to be a major contender during awards season. He talks about the film's cinematography, which he says captures the rugged beauty of the English coast where the story takes place, and its direction, which he says is sensitive and nuanced.

Travers finishes the episode by summarizing his thoughts on Ronan's career so far, saying that she has already accomplished so much and that it's clear she has a long and successful career ahead of her. He encourages viewers to check out Ammonite when it's released and to keep an eye on Ronan during this upcoming awards season. Whether she gets another nomination or not, Travers believes that her talent and hard work will continue to shine through in her performances.