The nominations for the 97th annual Academy Awards were announced, with “Emilia Pérez,” “A Complete Unknown,” and “Conclave” leading the pack. “Emilia Pérez” received the most nominations, with 13, just one shy of the record. Actress Karla Sofia Gascón made history as the first transgender woman to be nominated for an acting award. Other notable nominees include “The Brutalist” and “Wicked,” each receiving 10 nominations.
“Emilia Pérez” had previously won four Golden Globes, including Best Picture Musical or Comedy and Best Supporting Actress for Zoe Saldaña. The Oscars ceremony is scheduled for March 2 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, with the Oscar nominees luncheon canceled due to scheduling conflicts caused by the Los Angeles wildfires. The nominations were originally set for January but had to be rescheduled.
The list of nominees includes Best Picture categories such as “Anora,” “A Complete Unknown,” “Conclave,” “Dune: Part Two,” “I’m Still Here,” and others. The Best Director category features Sean Baker, Brady Corbet, James Mangold, and others. Noteworthy actors nominated include Cynthia Erivo, Adrian Brody, Demi Moore, and others. Categories like Best Animated Feature, Best Cinematography, Best Original Score, and others also include a diverse array of nominees.
As Hollywood prepares for the prestigious awards ceremony, the buzz around the Oscar nominees continues to build excitement for the upcoming event. The lineup of contenders promises a night of celebration and recognition for the talented individuals behind the year’s most outstanding films.
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