2025 Oscar Nominations: Emilia Pérez, Wicked & The Brutalist Shine

The 2025 Oscar nominations have been announced, highlighting a diverse range of films, with the Spanish crime thriller Emilia Pérez leading with 13 nominations, the most for a non-English language film. Other front-runners include Wicked and The Brutalist, each securing 10 nominations. Key categories feature competitive entries for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor, showcasing talents like Karla Sofía Gascón in Emilia Pérez and Cynthia Erivo in Wicked. The ceremony is scheduled for March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, and will be broadcast live, marking a historic first for streaming on Hulu.

The Best Picture nominees for the 2025 Oscars are Anora, The Brutalist, A Complete Unknown, Conclave, Dune: Part Two, Emilia Pérez, I’m Still Here, Nickel Boys, The Substance, and Wicked.

Emilia Pérez, directed by Jacques Audiard, has gained international acclaim for its gripping narrative and rich character development, setting a new precedent for non-English films at the Oscars. The film explores themes of crime and survival, making it a strong contender in multiple categories, likely influencing discussions about representation in cinema going forward.