The Netflix movie "Emilia Pérez" has made Oscar history, leading this year's nominations with a remarkable 13 nods, including a nomination for Best Picture. This Spanish-language film stands as the most nominated foreign film in the history of the Oscars. Among these nominations, Karla Sofía Gascón's recognition for Best Actress marks a significant milestone as she becomes the first transgender person to be nominated for an acting prize at the Oscars.
"Wicked" follows closely behind with 10 nominations, securing its place as the year's second most nominated film. Notable categories for "Wicked" include Best Score, Costume Design, Production Design, and Film Editing. Meanwhile, the absence of Edward Berger in the directing category for "Conclave" has raised eyebrows among industry insiders.
The contenders for Best Picture include a diverse array of films: "Anora," "The Brutalist," "A Complete Unknown," "Conclave," "Dune: Part Two," "Emilia Pérez," "I'm Still Here," "Nickel Boys," "The Substance," and "Wicked." This year's nominations reflect a mix of both critical acclaim and popular appeal.
In addition to Karla Sofía Gascón's groundbreaking nomination, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande have also been recognized for their performances in "Wicked," with nominations for Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress, respectively. Grande expressed her emotions on social media saying she "cannot stop crying" after receiving the nomination.
“I'm humbled and deeply honored to be in such brilliant company and sharing this with tiny Ari who sat and studied Judy Garland singing Somewhere Over the Rainbow just before the big, beautiful bubble entered.” – Ariana Grande
Isabella Rossellini, nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in "Conclave," shared her joy on Instagram.
“With this joy in my mind [I] can't help lingering in the beyond to David Lynch.” – Isabella Rossellini
Her nomination is notable for its brevity, as she appears on screen for just under eight minutes.
Despite a strong campaign, Angelina Jolie's Oscar ambitions have faltered this season. Her performance in "The Last Showgirl" did not secure a nomination, adding to the list of missed opportunities along with SAG and Bafta nominations.
The French production of "Emilia Pérez" has also been acknowledged in several other categories, including Best Cinematography, Sound, Editing, International Cinema, and Best Song. This recognition underscores the film's broad appeal and technical excellence.
Academy President Janet Yang and CEO Bill Kramer have communicated with members during this exciting awards season. Meanwhile, Demi Moore reflected on the significance of her nomination amidst the backdrop of recent challenges faced by her community.
“This is a time of incredible contrasts and right now, my heart is with my friends, family, neighbors, and community here in LA. The fires have devastated so many lives but to see the way our community has united leaves me in awe of the resilience and compassion that defines us, and this moment is a reminder of how incredible we are when we stand together.” – Demi Moore
As anticipation builds for the ceremony, audiences across the UK can tune in via ITV, while US viewers have the option to watch on local ABC stations or Hulu.
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