The nominations for this year’s Academy Awards have officially been unveiled, celebrating the best films, performances, and creative achievements in the movie industry over the past year. Originally set to be announced last week, the reveal was delayed twice due to the devastating fires in the Los Angeles area. Now, the anticipation has come to an end, and the list is out. Let’s dive into the details of this year’s nominees and the exciting competition across categories.
Best Picture
The race for Best Picture features a diverse mix of films, ranging from emotionally charged dramas to epic cinematic experiences:
- Anora
- The Brutalist
- A Complete Unknown
- Conclave
- Dune: Part Two
- Emilia Pérez
- I’m Still Here
- Nickel Boys
- The Substance
- Wicked
Each of these films has captivated audiences in unique ways, making this category one of the most competitive.
Best Actor
This year’s Best Actor nominees have delivered performances that are nothing short of transformative:
- Adrien Brody – The Brutalist
- Timothée Chalamet – A Complete Unknown
- Colman Domingo – Sing Sing
- Ralph Fiennes – Conclave
- Sebastian Stan – The Apprentice
Best Actress
The leading ladies in the Best Actress category have left an indelible mark with their stellar portrayals:
- Cynthia Erivo – Wicked
- Karla Sofía Gascón – Emilia Pérez
- Mikey Madison – Anora
- Demi Moore – The Substance
- Fernanda Torres – I’m Still Here
Best Supporting Actress
The competition for Best Supporting Actress shines a light on some truly remarkable performances:
- Monica Barbaro – A Complete Unknown
- Ariana Grande – Wicked
- Felicity Jones – The Brutalist
- Isabella Rossellini – Conclave
- Zoe Saldaña – Emilia Pérez
Best Supporting Actor
The nominees for Best Supporting Actor brought depth and nuance to their roles:
- Yura Borisov – Anora
- Kieran Culkin – A Real Pain
- Edward Norton – A Complete Unknown
- Guy Pearce – The Brutalist
- Jeremy Strong – The Apprentice
Best Director
Celebrating visionary storytelling, the Best Director nominees are:
- Jacques Audiard – Emilia Pérez
- Sean Baker – Anora
- Brady Corbet – The Brutalist
- Coralie Fargeat – The Substance
- James Mangold – A Complete Unknown
Best Adapted Screenplay
Honoring masterful adaptations, the nominees for Best Adapted Screenplay are:
- A Complete Unknown – Jay Cocks and James Mangold
- Conclave – Peter Straughan
- Emilia Pérez – Jacques Audiard
- Nickel Boys – RaMell Ross and Joslyn Barnes
- Sing Sing – Clint Bentley and Greg Kwedar
Best Original Screenplay
Original storytelling takes center stage in this category:
- Anora – Sean Baker
- The Brutalist – Brady Corbet and Mona Fastvold
- A Real Pain – Jesse Eisenberg
- September 5 – Moritz Binder, Tim Fehlbaum, Alex David
- The Substance – Coralie Fargeat
Best Original Song
The music world’s finest have contributed to some unforgettable moments:
- Never Too Late – Elton John: Never Too Late
- El Mal – Emilia Pérez
- Mi Camino – Emilia Pérez
- Like A Bird – Sing Sing
- The Journey – The Six Triple Eight
Additional Key Categories
Best International Feature
- I’m Still Here – Brazil
- The Girl with the Needle – Denmark
- Emilia Pérez – France
- The Seed of the Sacred Fig – Germany
- Flow – Latvia
Best Animated Feature
- Flow
- Inside Out 2
- Memoir of a Snail
- Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl
- The Wild Robot
Best Documentary Feature
- Black Box Diaries
- No Other Land
- Porcelain War
- Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat
- Sugarcane
Best Visual Effects
- Alien: Romulus
- Better Man
- Dune: Part Two
- Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
- Wicked
Conclusion
This year’s Oscar nominations highlight the extraordinary talent and creative achievements that have defined the past year in cinema. From gripping performances to breathtaking visuals, the nominees have set a high bar for excellence. Stay tuned for Hollywood’s biggest night to see who takes home the coveted awards!
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