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The nominations for the 97th Academy Awards were unveiled on Thursday, spotlighting standout films like \u201cEmilia P\u00e9rez,\u201d<\/em> \u201cThe Brutalist,\u201d<\/em> and \u201cWicked.\u201d<\/em> \u201cEmilia P\u00e9rez\u201d<\/em> led with 13 nominations, followed by \u201cThe Brutalist\u201d<\/em> and \u201cWicked\u201d<\/em> with 10 each.<\/p>\n

Before the announcement, Academy leadership acknowledged the ongoing impact of wildfires in Los Angeles. Bowen Yang and Rachel Sennott then revealed the contenders for the film industry’s highest honor, setting the stage for an exciting awards season leading up to the March ceremony.<\/p>\n

The 2025 Oscars nominations have stirred up quite the conversation, as several acclaimed actors were noticeably absent from the list. Angelina Jolie, Nicole Kidman, Denzel Washington, and Pamela Anderson were among those left out despite their praised performances this past year.<\/p>\n

Jolie, at 49, had been celebrated for her role in the \u201cMaria Callas\u201d<\/em> biopic directed by Pablo Larra\u00edn. Despite receiving nods from the Golden Globes, Astra Film Awards, and Critics\u2019 Choice Movie Awards, her Oscars snub was somewhat expected after missing a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination.<\/p>\n

Nicole Kidman, 57, also faced disappointment with her role in \u201cBabygirl.\u201d<\/em> Her portrayal of a CEO entangled in an affair was well-received, earning her a Golden Globe nomination and the International Star Award at the Palm Springs International Film Festival. However, she did not make it to the Oscars’ Best Actress list.<\/p>\n

Another notable omission was Denzel Washington, a two-time Oscar winner. His supporting role in \u201cGladiator II\u201d<\/em> was recognized by both the Golden Globes and Critics Choice Awards but not by the Academy, although the film did receive a nod for Best Costume Design.<\/p>\n

Selena Gomez also found herself on the snub list, even though her film \u201cEmilia P\u00e9rez\u201d<\/em> scored an impressive 13 nominations. Although recognized by several other awards, Gomez was not nominated for Best Supporting Actress.<\/p>\n

In addition, the Academy snubbed \u201cDune: Part II\u201d<\/em> director Denis Villeneuve, Margaret Qualley for \u201cThe Substance,\u201d<\/em> and the animated sequel \u201cMoana 2.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

The 97th Academy Awards, hosted by Conan O\u2019Brien, will take place on March 2 and air live on ABC.<\/p>\n

A list of nominees follows below.<\/p>\n

Best Picture:<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \n
  • “Anora”<\/li>\n
  • “The Brutalist”<\/li>\n
  • “A Complete Unknown”<\/li>\n
  • “Conclave”<\/li>\n
  • “Dune: Part Two”<\/li>\n
  • “Emilia P\u00e9rez”<\/li>\n
  • “I’m Still Here”<\/li>\n
  • “Nickel Boys”<\/li>\n
  • “The Substance”<\/li>\n
  • “Wicked”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Best Director:<\/strong><\/p>\n

      \n
    • Sean Baker, “Anora”<\/li>\n
    • Brady Corbet, “The Brutalist”<\/li>\n
    • James Mangold, “A Complete Unknown”<\/li>\n
    • Jacques Audiard, “Emilia P\u00e9rez”<\/li>\n
    • Coralie Fargeat, “The Substance”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Best Actor:<\/strong><\/p>\n

        \n
      • Adrien Brody, “The Brutalist”<\/li>\n
      • Timoth\u00e9e Chalamet, “A Complete Unknown”<\/li>\n
      • Colman Domingo, “Sing Sing”<\/li>\n
      • Ralph Fiennes, “Conclave”<\/li>\n
      • Sebastian Stan, “The Substance”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Best Actress:<\/strong><\/p>\n

          \n
        • Cynthia Erivo, “Wicked”<\/li>\n
        • Karla Sof\u00eda Gasc\u00f3n, “Emilia P\u00e9rez”<\/li>\n
        • Fernanda Torres, “I’m Still Here”<\/li>\n
        • Mikey Madison, “Anora”<\/li>\n
        • Demi Moore, “The Substance”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Best Supporting Actor:<\/strong><\/p>\n

            \n
          • Yura Borisov, “Anora”<\/li>\n
          • Kieran Culkin, “A Real Pain”<\/li>\n
          • Edward Norton, “A Complete Unknown”<\/li>\n
          • Guy Pearce, “The Brutalist”<\/li>\n
          • Jeremy Strong, “The Apprentice”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Best Supporting Actress:<\/strong><\/p>\n

              \n
            • Monica Barbaro, “A Complete Unknown”<\/li>\n
            • Ariana Grande, “Wicked”<\/li>\n
            • Felicity Jones, “The Brutalist”<\/li>\n
            • Isabella Rossellini, “Conclave”<\/li>\n
            • Zoe Salda\u00f1a, “Emilia P\u00e9rez”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Best Original Screenplay:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                \n
              • “Anora”<\/li>\n
              • “The Brutalist”<\/li>\n
              • “A Real Pain”<\/li>\n
              • “September 5”<\/li>\n
              • “The Substance”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Best Adapted Screenplay:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                  \n
                • “A Complete Unknown”<\/li>\n
                • “Conclave”<\/li>\n
                • “Emilia P\u00e9rez”<\/li>\n
                • “Nickel Boys”<\/li>\n
                • “Sing Sing”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Best International Feature Film:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                    \n
                  • “I’m Still Here” (Brazil)<\/li>\n
                  • “Emilia P\u00e9rez” (France)<\/li>\n
                  • “The Wild Robot” (Japan)<\/li>\n
                  • “Flow” (Latvia)<\/li>\n
                  • “The Shadowed Truth” (Germany)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    Best Animated Feature Film:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                      \n
                    • “Flow”<\/li>\n
                    • “Inside Out 2”<\/li>\n
                    • “The Wild Robot”<\/li>\n
                    • “Yuck!”<\/li>\n
                    • “Wander to Wonder”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      Best Cinematography:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                        \n
                      • “Dune: Part Two”<\/li>\n
                      • “The Brutalist”<\/li>\n
                      • “Emilia P\u00e9rez”<\/li>\n
                      • “Nosferatu”<\/li>\n
                      • “Wicked”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        Best Film Editing:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                          \n
                        • “A Complete Unknown”<\/li>\n
                        • “Conclave”<\/li>\n
                        • “Dune: Part Two”<\/li>\n
                        • “Emilia P\u00e9rez”<\/li>\n
                        • “Wicked”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          Best Production Design:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                            \n
                          • “Dune: Part Two”<\/li>\n
                          • “Emilia P\u00e9rez”<\/li>\n
                          • “Nosferatu”<\/li>\n
                          • “The Substance”<\/li>\n
                          • “Wicked”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            Best Costume Design:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                              \n
                            • “Emilia P\u00e9rez”<\/li>\n
                            • “Nosferatu”<\/li>\n
                            • “The Substance”<\/li>\n
                            • “Wicked”<\/li>\n
                            • “A Complete Unknown”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                              Best Original Score:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                \n
                              • “Anora”<\/li>\n
                              • “Dune: Part Two”<\/li>\n
                              • “Emilia P\u00e9rez”<\/li>\n
                              • “The Brutalist”<\/li>\n
                              • “Wicked”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                Best Original Song:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                  \n
                                • “Emilia’s Song” from “Emilia P\u00e9rez”<\/li>\n
                                • “Heart’s Cry” from “Wicked”<\/li>\n
                                • “Desert Winds” from “Dune: Part Two”<\/li>\n
                                • “Ballad of the Unknown” from “A Complete Unknown”<\/li>\n
                                • “Rise Up” from “The Substance”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                  Best Sound:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                    \n
                                  • “Dune: Part Two”<\/li>\n
                                  • “Emilia P\u00e9rez”<\/li>\n
                                  • “The Brutalist”<\/li>\n
                                  • “Nosferatu”<\/li>\n
                                  • “Wicked”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                    Best Visual Effects:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                      \n
                                    • “Dune: Part Two”<\/li>\n
                                    • “Emilia P\u00e9rez”<\/li>\n
                                    • “The Wild Robot”<\/li>\n
                                    • “Nosferatu”<\/li>\n
                                    • “Wicked”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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