The movie "Emilia Pérez" leads the Oscar nominations with 13 nominations, followed by "The Brutalist" and the musical "Wicked," each with 10. Also notable in the main categories are "The Substance," directed by Coralie Fargeat, and "I'm Still Here," starring Fernanda Torres. This year, it is remarkable that two films nominated for Best International are also competing in the top category for Best Picture.
"Emilia Pérez" introduces us to the world of a lawyer played by Zoe Saldaña, who becomes embroiled in a web of drug trafficking and femicides. The film, directed by Jacques Audiard, addresses social issues such as corruption and identity, using musical numbers to add depth to the plot. Saldaña has garnered praise for her performance, winning a Golden Globe in January.
In the Best Actress nominations, names like Demi Moore, Karla Sofía Gascón, Fernanda Torres, Cynthia Erivo, and Mikey Madison stand out. Gascón, with her historic nomination, becomes the first trans actress to compete for an Oscar. In the Best Actor category, Adrien Brody, Ralph Fiennes, Timothée Chalamet, Sebastian Stan, and Colman Domingo compete for the award.
The Oscar ceremony is scheduled for March 2 in Los Angeles, where a tribute will be paid to the victims of the recent fires in the region. The film industry celebrates another edition of this event highlighting the best of cinema worldwide, recognizing the talent and creativity of actors, directors, and international filmmakers.
