The Oscar 2025 nominations announcement was postponed due to the wildfire disaster in Los Angeles and held virtually. The event garnered global attention when director Jacques Audiard’s film Emilia Perez topped the list with 13 nominations, including major categories like Best Picture, Directing, Adapted Screenplay, Cinematography, Leading Actress, Supporting Actress, and Best International Feature Film.
*Emilia Perez* leads Oscar 2025 nominations with 13 nods
Impressive Achievements of Emilia Perez
This is not surprising for industry experts and critics, as Emilia Perez had previously won several pre-Oscar awards like Golden Globes and BAFTAs. In Oscar history, only three films have received 14 nominations: All About Eve (1950), Titanic (1997), and La La Land (2016).
The film tells the story of a Mexican drug lord who fakes his death and returns as a transgender woman, with a deep love for her children and a sense of responsibility toward her community. With its unique musical style, Emilia Perez features songs integrated into the dialogue and stars renowned actors like Zoe Saldana, Sofía Gascón, and Selena Gomez.
Heavyweight Competitors
Following Emilia Perez is The Brutalist by director Brady Corbet, which earned 10 nominations, including Best Picture, Directing, Original Screenplay, Cinematography, and three acting nods. The film focuses on the life and fate of a Jewish architect during the Nazi era. Prior to the Oscars, The Brutalist has secured nearly 100 awards and 300 nominations over the past year and is considered a strong contender for Best Picture at the Oscars this year.
Jon M. Chu’s Wicked also made waves with 10 nominations, including Best Picture. This musical fantasy, adapted from the Broadway play, has grossed over $700 million globally.
James Mangold’s A Complete Unknown received 8 Oscar nominations, including Best Picture, Directing, Adapted Screenplay, and three acting nods. The biographical film about the early days of music genius Bob Dylan promises to evoke deep emotions.
Notable Names
Anora, the phenomenon of 2024 cinema, received 6 nominations, including Best Picture, Directing, Original Screenplay, and three acting nods. The film tells a realistic tale of a fleeting romance between a Russian oligarch and a nightclub dancer. In May 2024, Anora won the Golden Palm at Cannes and received widespread acclaim from audiences.
The Substance (Thần dược) secured 5 nominations, focusing on the body horror genre and the obsession with youth and beauty in the entertainment industry. The performances of veteran star Demi Moore and rising star Margaret Qualley were highly praised.
The Best Picture category also includes blockbusters Dune: Part 2, I’m Still Here, and Nickel Boys. In the Best International Feature Film category, Thailand’s representative Gia tài của ngoại did not make it into the top 15 nominations.
The Acting Race
In the acting categories, expected contenders like Nicole Kidman (Babygirl) and Angelina Jolie (Maria) are absent. Instead, nominees include Cynthia Erivo (Wicked), Sofía Gascón (Emilia Pérez), Mikey Madison (Anora), Demi Moore (The Substance), and Fernanda Torres (I’m Still Here).
For Best Actor, the competition includes Adrien Brody (The Brutalist), Timothée Chalamet (A Complete Unknown), Colman Domingo (Sing Sing), Ralph Fiennes (Conclave), and Sebastian Stan (The Apprentice).
Conclusion
The 2025 Oscars promise to be an exciting and competitive season, featuring outstanding films. Stay tuned for the Oscar ceremony on March 2 to find out who will take home the golden statuettes.
Source: dantri.com.vn
