Highlights from the 97th Academy Awards: A Night of Recognition in Cinema
The 97th Oscar ceremony unfolded at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, where the brightest stars of the film industry gathered to celebrate the year's finest cinematic achievements. As one of the most anticipated events in American cinema, the Oscars not only honor talent in the United States but are also watched by millions around the globe.
The ceremony was notable for several key awards. Kieran Culkin clinched the award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in 'A Real Pain', showcasing his remarkable talent and versatility in a highly competitive category. In the realm of screenwriting, 'Anora' and 'Conclave' took home the awards for Best Original Screenplay and Best Adapted Screenplay respectively, reflecting the depth of storytelling in this year's nominations.
Here's a rundown of the nominees and other winners as announced during the event:
Best Picture Nominees:
- Anora
- The Brutalist
- A Complete Unknown
- Conclave
- Dune Part Two
- Emilia Pérez
- I Am Still Here
- Nickel Boys
- The Substance
- Wicked
Best Director Nominees:
- Sean Baker for Anora
- Brady Corbet for The Brutalist
- James Mangold for A Complete Unknown
- Jacques Audiard for Emilia Pérez
- Coralie Fargeat for The Substance
Best Actor Nominees:
- Adrien Brody for The Brutalist
- Timothée Chalamet for A Complete Unknown
- Colman Domingo for Sing Sing
- Ralph Fiennes for Conclave
- Sebastian Stan for The Apprentice
Best Actress Nominees:
- Cynthia Erivo for Wicked
- Karla Sofía Gascón for Emilia Pérez
- Mikey Madison for Anora
- Demi Moore for The Substance
- Fernanda Torres for I Am Still Here
Best Supporting Actress Nominees:
- Ariana Grande for Wicked
- Monica Barbaro for A Complete Unknown
- Isabella Rossellini for Conclave
- Felicity Jones for The Brutalist
- Zoe Saldaña for Emilia Pérez
Best Cinematography Nominees:
- The Brutalist
- Dune Part Two
- Emilia Pérez
- Maria
- Nosferatu
Best Sound Nominees:
- A Complete Unknown
- Dune Part Two
- Emilia Pérez
- Wicked
- The Wild Robot
Best International Feature Nominees:
- The Girl with the Needle (Denmark)
- Emilia Pérez (France)
- The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Germany)
- I Am Still Here (Brazil)
- Flow (Latvia)
Best Documentary Nominees:
- Black Box Diaries
- No Other Land
- Porcelain War
- Soundtrack to a Coup d'État
- Sugarcane
Award Highlights Across Categories:
- Best Animated Feature went to 'Flow'.
- Best Original Score was awarded to 'Conclave'.
- The Best Animated Short recognized 'Beautiful Men'.
As the night drew to a close, the talented individuals and remarkable films recognized at this year's Oscars signified not only artistic excellence but also the passion and dedication that go into the art of filmmaking. The celebrations served as a reminder of cinema's power to entertain, challenge, and inspire audiences worldwide. Viewers can now look forward to the films and performances that will take center stage in the next awards season.
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