LOS ANGELES — Conan O’Brien kicked off the 98th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre with an opening sequence that was equal parts chaotic, cinematic, and downright funny, channeling his inner Amy Madigan villain from the nominated film Weapons.

Conan O'Brien couldn't resist poking fun at Timothee Chalamet's ballet and opera controversy as he opened the Academy Awards on Sunday (March 15).The 62-year-old presenter returned to host the Oscars for the second year in a row,

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Conan O’Brien launched the 98th Academy Awards with a “Sabotage”-scored sprint through the nominees, dressed as Amy Madigan’s character in “Weapons,” and a plea for what he called “that rarest of qualities today: optimism.

The 98th Academy Awards premiere at 7 p.m. Eastern/4 p.m. Pacific on Sunday. Comedian Conan O’Brien is back for a second year to host the ceremony, held at

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Jordan’s late-breaking surge to win best actor and the first ever win for best casting. There was also the, ahem, bum drum and the decision to play off a “Kpop Demon Hunters” speech. The Oscars are always filled with highs and lows.