The Oscars continue to captivate audiences around the world, standing as a testament to the art and craft of filmmaking. This year’s ceremony promises to be a dazzling blend of traditional elegance and forward-thinking innovation, highlighting both the enduring legacy of cinema and the exciting evolution of the industry.
A Legacy of Excellence
Since its inception in 1929, the Academy Awards—affectionately known as the Oscars—have celebrated the best in film. Over the decades, the ceremony has grown into a global event, honoring exceptional storytelling, technical prowess, and artistic vision. As each year unfolds, the Oscars remind us why film remains a powerful medium that reflects our collective experiences, aspirations, and struggles.
A Night of Glitz and Glamour
Every Oscar night is synonymous with red carpet splendor, as stars from every corner of the film industry come together in an atmosphere charged with anticipation. This year’s event promises a mix of classic elegance and modern flair, with designers pushing the boundaries of red carpet fashion and filmmakers showcasing their latest masterpieces. The energy is palpable, as fans, critics, and industry insiders eagerly await the announcement of winners across categories that include Best Picture, Best Director, and the acting accolades that often become defining moments in careers.
Celebrating Innovation and Diversity
In recent years, the Oscars have made significant strides in embracing diversity and inclusivity, a trend that continues into 2025. The ceremony now features a wider range of voices and stories, reflecting the global nature of cinema. Innovative films that blend traditional storytelling with cutting-edge technology are being recognized alongside classic narratives, demonstrating the Academy’s commitment to evolving with the times while honoring its storied past.
This year, several groundbreaking films are in the running, each offering unique perspectives and pushing creative boundaries. The conversation around representation—both in front of and behind the camera—has never been more vibrant, and the Oscars are at the heart of this dialogue.
Behind the Scenes: The Making of an Iconic Event
Behind the glamour, the Oscars are the culmination of months of planning and collaboration among countless professionals. From the technical crew managing state-of-the-art production systems to the creative teams crafting memorable acceptance speeches and performances, every detail is meticulously orchestrated. The event is a powerful reminder of the teamwork and dedication that drive the film industry forward.
Looking to the Future
As the film industry continues to evolve, the Oscars are poised to remain a beacon of excellence. With new categories emerging and fresh voices gaining recognition, the Academy Awards are more than just a celebration of past achievements—they are a glimpse into the future of cinema. The ceremony’s ability to adapt while staying true to its core mission ensures that it will continue to inspire filmmakers and audiences alike for generations to come.
In Conclusion
Oscars 2025 promises to be a celebration of not only cinematic excellence but also the innovation and diversity that define modern storytelling. As the world tunes in to witness this grand spectacle, the Oscars remind us that film is not just entertainment—it’s an art form that unites us, challenges us, and continues to transform the way we see the world.
The 97th Academy Awards celebrated a remarkable year in cinema, honoring exceptional achievements across a diverse range of categories. Below is a reimagined look at the winners and nominees of the 2025 Oscars.
Best Picture
• Winner: ANORA – Produced by Alex Coco, Samantha Quan, and Sean Baker
• THE BRUTALIST – Produced by Nick Gordon, Brian Young, Andrew Morrison, D.J. Gugenheim, and Brady Corbet
• A COMPLETE UNKNOWN – Produced by Fred Berger, James Mangold, and Alex Heineman
• CONCLAVE – Produced by Tessa Ross, Juliette Howell, and Michael A. Jackman
• DUNE: PART TWO – Produced by Mary Parent, Cale Boyter, Tanya Lapointe, and Denis Villeneuve
• EMILIA PÉREZ – Produced by Pascal Caucheteux and Jacques Audiard
• I’M STILL HERE – Produced by Maria Carlota Bruno and Rodrigo Teixeira
• NICKEL BOYS – Produced by Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, and Joslyn Barnes
• THE SUBSTANCE – Produced by Coralie Fargeat and Tim Bevan & Eric Fellner
• WICKED – Produced by Marc Platt
Actor in a Leading Role
• Winner: Adrien Brody in THE BRUTALIST
• Timothée Chalamet in A COMPLETE UNKNOWN
• Colman Domingo in SING SING
• Ralph Fiennes in CONCLAVE
• Sebastian Stan in THE APPRENTICE
Actor in a Supporting Role
• Yura Borisov in ANORA
• Winner: Kieran Culkin in A REAL PAIN
• Edward Norton in A COMPLETE UNKNOWN
• Guy Pearce in THE BRUTALIST
• Jeremy Strong in THE APPRENTICE
Actress in a Leading Role
• Cynthia Erivo in WICKED
• Karla Sofía Gascón in EMILIA PÉREZ
• Winner: Mikey Madison in ANORA
• Demi Moore in THE SUBSTANCE
• Fernanda Torres in I’M STILL HERE
Actress in a Supporting Role
• Monica Barbaro in A COMPLETE UNKNOWN
• Ariana Grande in WICKED
• Felicity Jones in THE BRUTALIST
• Isabella Rossellini in CONCLAVE
• Winner: Zoe Saldaña in EMILIA PÉREZ
Animated Feature Film
• Winner: FLOW – Directed by Gints Zilbalodis, Matīss Kaža, Ron Dyens, and Gregory Zalcman
• INSIDE OUT 2 – Directed by Kelsey Mann and Mark Nielsen
• MEMOIR OF A SNAIL – Directed by Adam Elliot and Liz Kearney
• WALLACE & GROMIT: VENGEANCE MOST FOWL – Directed by Nick Park, Merlin Crossingham, and Richard Beek
• THE WILD ROBOT – Directed by Chris Sanders and Jeff Hermann
Animated Short Film
• BEAUTIFUL MEN – Directed by Nicolas Keppens and Brecht Van Elslande
• Winner: IN THE SHADOW OF THE CYPRESS – Directed by Shirin Sohani and Hossein Molayemi
• MAGIC CANDIES – Directed by Daisuke Nishio and Takashi Washio
• WANDER TO WONDER – Directed by Nina Gantz and Stienette Bosklopper
• YUCK! – Directed by Loïc Espuche and Juliette Marquet
Cinematography
• Winner: THE BRUTALIST – Captured by Lol Crawley
• DUNE: PART TWO – Captured by Greig Fraser
• EMILIA PÉREZ – Captured by Paul Guilhaume
• MARIA – Captured by Ed Lachman
• NOSFERATU – Captured by Jarin Blaschke
Costume Design
• A COMPLETE UNKNOWN – Designed by Arianne Phillips
• CONCLAVE – Designed by Lisy Christl
• GLADIATOR II – Designed by Janty Yates and Dave Crossman
• NOSFERATU – Designed by Linda Muir
• Winner: WICKED – Designed by Paul Tazewell
Directing
• Winner: ANORA – Directed by Sean Baker
• THE BRUTALIST – Directed by Brady Corbet
• A COMPLETE UNKNOWN – Directed by James Mangold
• EMILIA PÉREZ – Directed by Jacques Audiard
• THE SUBSTANCE – Directed by Coralie Fargeat
Documentary Feature Film
• BLACK BOX DIARIES – Directed by Shiori Ito, Eric Nyari, and Hanna Aqvilin
• Winner: NO OTHER LAND – Directed by Basel Adra, Rachel Szor, Hamdan Ballal, and Yuval Abraham
• PORCELAIN WAR – Directed by Brendan Bellomo, Slava Leontyev, Aniela Sidorska, and Paula DuPre’ Pesmen
• SOUNDTRACK TO A COUP D’ETAT – Directed by Johan Grimonprez, Daan Milius, and Rémi Grellety
• SUGARCANE – Directed by Julian Brave NoiseCat, Emily Kassie, and Kellen Quinn
Documentary Short Film
• DEATH BY NUMBERS – Directed by Kim A. Snyder and Janique L. Robillard
• I AM READY, WARDEN – Directed by Smriti Mundhra and Maya Gnyp
• INCIDENT – Directed by Bill Morrison and Jamie Kalven
• INSTRUMENTS OF A BEATING HEART – Directed by Ema Ryan Yamazaki and Eric Nyari
• Winner: THE ONLY GIRL IN THE ORCHESTRA – Directed by Molly O’Brien and Lisa Remington
Film Editing
• Winner: ANORA – Edited by Sean Baker
• THE BRUTALIST – Edited by David Jancso
• CONCLAVE – Edited by Nick Emerson
• EMILIA PÉREZ – Edited by Juliette Welfling
• WICKED – Edited by Myron Kerstein
International Feature Film
• Winner: I’M STILL HERE (Brazil)
• THE GIRL WITH THE NEEDLE (Denmark)
• EMILIA PÉREZ (France)
• THE SEED OF THE SACRED FIG (Germany)
• FLOW (Latvia)
Makeup and Hairstyling
• A DIFFERENT MAN – Designed by Mike Marino, David Presto, and Crystal Jurado
• EMILIA PÉREZ – Designed by Julia Floch Carbonel, Emmanuel Janvier, and Jean-Christophe Spadaccini
• NOSFERATU – Designed by David White, Traci Loader, and Suzanne Stokes-Munton
• Winner: THE SUBSTANCE – Designed by Pierre-Olivier Persin, Stéphanie Guillon, and Marilyne Scarselli
• WICKED – Designed by Frances Hannon, Laura Blount, and Sarah Nuth
Music (Original Score)
• Winner: THE BRUTALIST – Composed by Daniel Blumberg
• CONCLAVE – Composed by Volker Bertelmann
• EMILIA PÉREZ – Composed by Clément Ducol and Camille
• WICKED – Composed by John Powell and Stephen Schwartz
• THE WILD ROBOT – Composed by Kris Bowers
Music (Original Song)
• Winner: “El Mal” from EMILIA PÉREZ – Music by Clément Ducol and Camille; Lyrics by Clément Ducol, Camille, and Jacques Audiard
• “The Journey” from THE SIX TRIPLE EIGHT – Music & Lyrics by Diane Warren
• “Like A Bird” from SING SING – Music & Lyrics by Abraham Alexander and Adrian Quesada
• “Mi Camino” from EMILIA PÉREZ – Music & Lyrics by Camille and Clément Ducol
• “Never Too Late” from ELTON JOHN: NEVER TOO LATE – Music & Lyrics by Elton John, Brandi Carlile, Andrew Watt, and Bernie Taupin
Production Design
• THE BRUTALIST – Production Design by Judy Becker; Set Decoration by Patricia Cuccia
• CONCLAVE – Production Design by Suzie Davies; Set Decoration by Cynthia Sleiter
• DUNE: PART TWO – Production Design by Patrice Vermette; Set Decoration by Shane Vieau
• NOSFERATU – Production Design by Craig Lathrop; Set Decoration by Beatrice Brentnerová
• Winner: WICKED – Production Design by Nathan Crowley; Set Decoration by Lee Sandales
Live Action Short Film
• A LIEN – Directed by Sam Cutler-Kreutz and David Cutler-Kreutz
• ANUJA – Directed by Adam J. Graves and Suchitra Mattai
• Winner: I’M NOT A ROBOT – Directed by Victoria Warmerdam and Trent
• THE LAST RANGER – Directed by Cindy Lee and Darwin Shaw
• THE MAN WHO COULD NOT REMAIN SILENT – Directed by Nebojša Slijepčević and Danijel Pek
Sound
• A COMPLETE UNKNOWN – Sound team: Tod A. Maitland, Donald Sylvester, Ted Caplan, Paul Massey, and David Giammarco
• Winner: DUNE: PART TWO – Sound team: Gareth John, Richard King, Ron Bartlett, and Doug Hemphill
• EMILIA PÉREZ – Sound team: Erwan Kerzanet, Aymeric Devoldère, Maxence Dussère, Cyril Holtz, and Niels Barletta
• WICKED – Sound team: Simon Hayes, Nancy Nugent Title, Jack Dolman, Andy Nelson, and John Marquis
• THE WILD ROBOT – Sound team: Randy Thom, Brian Chumney, Gary A. Rizzo, and Leff Lefferts
Visual Effects
• Winner: DUNE: PART TWO – Visual Effects by Paul Lambert, Stephen James, Rhys Salcombe, and Gerd Nefzer
• ALIEN: ROMULUS – Visual Effects by Eric Barba, Nelson Sepulveda-Fauser, Daniel Macarin, and Shane Mahan
• BETTER MAN – Visual Effects by Luke Millar, David Clayton, Keith Herft, and Peter Stubbs
• KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES – Visual Effects by Erik Winquist, Stephen Unterfranz, Paul Story, and Rodney Burke
• WICKED – Visual Effects by Pablo Helman, Jonathan Fawkner, David Shirk, and Paul Corbould
Writing (Adapted Screenplay)
• A COMPLETE UNKNOWN – Screenplay by James Mangold and Jay Cocks
• Winner: CONCLAVE – Screenplay by Peter Straughan
• EMILIA PÉREZ – Screenplay by Jacques Audiard, in collaboration with Thomas Bidegain, Léa Mysius, and Nicolas Livecchi
• NICKEL BOYS – Screenplay by RaMell Ross & Joslyn Barnes
• SING SING – Screenplay by Clint Bentley, Greg Kwedar, with a story by Clint Bentley, Greg Kwedar, Clarence Maclin, and John “Divine G” Whitfield
Writing (Original Screenplay)
• Winner: ANORA – Written by Sean Baker
• THE BRUTALIST – Written by Brady Corbet and Mona Fastvold
• A REAL PAIN – Written by Jesse Eisenberg
• SEPTEMBER 5 – Written by Moritz Binder, Tim Fehlbaum, and co-written by Alex David
• THE SUBSTANCE – Written by Coralie Fargeat
The 97th Academy Awards will take center stage on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the Dolby® Theatre at Ovation Hollywood, with the ceremony broadcast live on ABC and in over 200 territories around the world. This year’s celebration of cinematic artistry promises to be an unforgettable homage to creativity and excellence in filmmaking.
