Explosive pre-Oscar drama ensues as Best Picture nominee 'The Holdovers' faces serious plagiarism allegations. Screenwriter Simon Stephenson claims the film was "plagiarized line-by-line" from his decade-old script 'Frisco.' The accusations question the film's authenticity, potentially impacting its Oscar prospects. Stephenson asserts overwhelming evidence, alleging director Alexander Payne's involvement. The controversy raises crucial debates on intellectual property and creative integrity in Hollywood.