The 2025 Academy Award nominations have been announced, with “Emilia Pérez” leading the pack with 13 nominations. This French musical, directed by Jacques Audiard, tells the story of a Mexican drug lord who becomes a woman. The film’s nominations include Best Picture, Best Director, and a historic Best Actress nod for Karla Sofía Gascon, the first trans woman to be nominated in this category.
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Following closely are “Wicked” and “The Brutalist,” each securing 10 nominations. ”Wicked,” an adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical, has earned nominations for Best Picture, Best Director, and acting nods for Cynthia Eriko and Ariana Grande. ”The Brutalist” has been recognized in categories including Best Picture and Best Director.
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Other notable nominations include Demi Moore for Best Actress in “The Substance,” Timothe Chalmette for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in “A Complete Unknown,” and Zoe Saldana for Best Supporting Actress in “Emilia Pérez.”
The Best Picture category features a diverse lineup:
- ”Emilia Pérez”
- ”Wicked”
- ”The Brutalist”
- ”A Complete Unknown”
- ”Anorak”
- ”Conclave”
- ”Dune: Part Two”
- ”I’m Still Here”
- ”Nickel Boys”
- ”The Substance”
The 97th Academy Awards ceremony is scheduled for March 2, 2025, and will be broadcast live on ABC, with Conan O’Brien hosting the event. citeturn0news25
For a glimpse into the leading film, here’s the official trailer for “Emilia Pérez”:
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