We wondered what best actor winner Forest Whitaker meant when he thanked his ancestors in his acceptance speech. He explained that whenever he's hit a mental roadblock, whether he's acting or directing, he stands perfectly still and waits for guidance from the spirits of his family who watch out for him.

On Oscar night, he had a feeling he was going to win because he felt hot breath on his neck and a tingling feeling throughout his body. He knew his ancestors were sending him a message.

Of course, he also could have checked with every critic in the country. He was a lock even on this plane of existence.

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