At this point, it is almost humor – how does Ralph Fynena not yet have an Oscar? For decades, he has given demonstrations that are not excellent, yet the academy is giving him a humble node and moves forward.

Yes, most people know him as Lord Woldemort, which should not be named, but let’s be real – which was not even close to his best work. His depiction of Amon Goth in the list (1993) of Shindleer (1993) was chilling, layered and Oscar-qualified. In the English patient (1996), the same can be said for his turn. And yet, both times, he went home empty -handed.

Now, with the 97th Academy Awards around the corner, Ralph is once again in the race. This time, this cardinal is for his role as Thomas Lawrence in Conclave, a film that is already in left and right prizes. But will the academy finally recognize him the recognition she deserves?

Over the years, Ralph Fynena ‘almost but not enough’ has been the Oscar winner. His performance in Shindleer’s list won him a BAFTA, but not an Oscar. And let’s not forget the Grand Budapest Hotel, where he took the entire film with intelligence, attraction and imperfect comic timing, yet not even a nomination.

It is as if he is in some kind of academy award border – is always enough to be accepted, but never takes the trophy home.

Is his best shot so far?

The conclave can be just a moment of Ralph. Why? Because this role is pure, unfliered acting is in its best form. No detailed CGI, no attractive costumes – a man wrestling with the weight of faith, strength and responsibility.

The Fiena’s depiction of Cardinal Lawrence is all about restraint. They do not require gorgeous monologue or dramatic breakdown to create effects. Instead, he lets his silence speak. Every look, every hesitation breath, every flicker of doubt in his eyes tells a story. Their performance is subtle yet powerful, the way the penis performs long after the credit roll.

In addition, let us not ignore the fact that the conclave is already wide through the award season. The film won the best film and outstanding British film in The Bftas with Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Editing. It also received a Golden Globe for Best Screen and a Screen Actors Guild Award for outstanding performance by a cast. It is a strong lead-up for the Oscars, and historically, do films with such speeds well.

One of the reasons for the Oscar being entitled to the Oscar due to Ralph Fiene is not only due to the conclave – this is due to its sheer versatility. How many actor can play the role of a terrible Nazi officer in the list of Shindleer, who is in the Kansij of an eccentric hotel for the voice of Alfred Penivartha at Lego Batman at the Grand Budapest Hotel? (Sorry, Michael Can, but Ralph’s alphabet was very good).

His ability to slip in any role, it is drama, comedy, action, or animation, proof that he is one of the best actors of our time. The academy is in love with the rewarding actors who show the range, and if they look at their entire career, it is clear that Fynena has earned its place among the Great.

But will he win?

Here is a difficult part – while the conclave has a strong chance in other categories, the best actor’s race is always unpredictable. So far, three people have won the Best Actor Award this season – Sebastian Stan won the Golden Globe, Adrian Body won the Bfts, and Timothy Chalmet won the SAG Award.

There is always a surprising win from a newcomer or an emotional vote for an experienced, which is a long time waiting for Ralph.

But if the academy finally decides to correct wrong wrong for a long time, it can be the year when Ralph Fynena gets it because of him.

And honestly, it is about time.