‘Roma,’ ‘Burning’ among foreign language Oscar contenders

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Alfonso Cuaron’s “Roma” and Lee Chang-dong’s thriller “Burning” are among the nine films that are being considered for a foreign language Oscar nomination.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences released its shortlist for foreign language nominees Monday, along with a slew of other categories including best documentary and score.
Many believe Mexico’s “Roma” to be a front-runner for a best picture nomination