The Oscars: Jessie Buckley shares what the enemy of cinema impact is

Jessie Buckley is a strong contender for the Best Actress race for the 2026 Oscars after her outstanding performance in Hamnet as Agnes Shakespeare.

Recently, she reflected on the cultural power of storytelling during the New York premiere of her 2025 hit film.

“Stories can wake people up to the feelings they push down because it's hard to feel all the time," she told Variety at the red carpet.

The star further shared that the filmmakers should take creative risks and not give in to the fears of commercial pressures.

“We need to support filmmakers to keep experimenting and creating bigger landscapes within their artistry – not becoming fearful of it. That’s how we move cinema forward,” she added.

Buckley's comments come on the heels of the Oscars 2026 ceremony, where she is the frontrunner in the best actress category.