Los Angeles, CA – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has officially announced the nominations for the 97th Academy Awards, set to take place on March 2, 2025, at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. The announcement was made by actors Rachel Sennott and Bowen Yang at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills, unveiling a diverse lineup of films and performances vying for the coveted golden statuettes.
Top Contenders
This year’s frontrunner is Emilia Pérez, leading with 13 nominations, including:
- Best Picture
- Best Director – Jacques Audiard
- Best Actress – Karla Sofía Gascón, who made history as the first openly transgender actor nominated in this category.
Close behind are The Brutalist and Wicked, with 10 nominations each, securing spots in key categories such as Best Picture and Best Director.
Major Acting Nominations
The competition in the acting categories is fierce, with several critically acclaimed performances being recognized:
Best Actor Nominees:
- Adrien Brody (The Brutalist)
- Timothée Chalamet (A Complete Unknown)
- Colman Domingo (Sing Sing)
- Barry Keoghan (Saltburn)
- Joaquin Phoenix (Napoleon)
Best Actress Nominees:
- Cynthia Erivo (Wicked)
- Karla Sofía Gascón (Emilia Pérez)
- Emma Stone (Poor Things)
- Lily Gladstone (Killers of the Flower Moon)
- Demi Moore (The Substance)
Historic Moments and Surprises
This year’s nominations have been marked by several historic moments and surprises:
- Karla Sofía Gascón’s groundbreaking nomination for Best Actress, making history as the first openly transgender performer in this category.
- Wicked, the highly anticipated adaptation of the Broadway musical, received multiple nods, including Best Cinematography and Best Original Score.
- Oppenheimer and Barbie, two of the year’s biggest blockbusters, secured nominations in technical categories but faced tough competition in major categories.
Key Ceremony Details
- Host: The awards ceremony will be hosted by comedian Conan O’Brien, marking his first time as the Oscars host.
- Broadcast: The event will be televised live on ABC and, for the first time ever, live-streamed on Hulu, making it more accessible to a global audience.
- Special Tribute: A special segment will honor legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese for his outstanding contribution to cinema.
Complete List of Nominations
A full breakdown of all the nominations, including Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress, and technical awards such as Best Visual Effects and Best Editing, is available on the official Academy website.
What’s Next?
As the countdown to the biggest night in Hollywood begins, film enthusiasts and critics alike are speculating on the potential winners. Will Emilia Pérez dominate the night, or will The Brutalist and Wicked pull off surprises?
Stay tuned for more updates and in-depth coverage of the 97th Academy Awards as we approach the big day.
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