Join senior editor Steven Zeitchik from The Hollywood Reporter as he navigates the intricacies of the 2025 Oscar nominations. Discover how Netflix's dominance with 'Emilia Pérez' could reshape the Best Picture race amidst intense studio politics. Zeitchik dives into the impact of international voters and the complex dynamics within the Academy. AI's controversial role in filmmaking and the rising influence of the horror genre add to the unpredictability of this year's nominees. Get ready for a deep dive into the evolving landscape of Hollywood's most prestigious awards!
Netflix's 13 nominations for 'Emilia Pérez' spark debate over its potential to win Best Picture amidst industry skepticism towards streaming services.
The increasing presence of international voters in the Academy reflects a broader acceptance of diverse narratives and contemporary global themes in film.
Deep dives
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Oscar Nominations Breakdown
The recent Oscar nominations have generated considerable discussion, highlighting a diverse range of films and potential winners. Emilio Perez leads the nominations with 13, suggesting a competitive race for Best Picture this year, as several films could claim the top award. The nominations provide insights into Hollywood's evolving dynamics and viewer preferences, including reactions to foreign language films and streaming services like Netflix. The conversation around the nominations also discusses the potential implications of traditionalists in the industry favoring big studio productions versus the increasing acceptance of international works.
Industry Narratives and Divisiveness
Several industry narratives emerged from this year's Oscar nominations, including the ongoing debate about Netflix's role in the awards race. While Netflix received a high number of nominations, there remains skepticism regarding its ability to win Best Picture, primarily due to perceptions of divisiveness around its films. The discussion reveals how some voters continue to harbor negative sentiments towards streaming services, affecting the nominations and potential wins. The influence of rank-choice voting further complicates predictions, as it favors films that garner broad consensus rather than polarizing choices.
Growing Influence of International Voters
The increasing presence of international voters has significantly shaped this year's nominations, reflecting the Academy's evolving diversity. Films like I'm Still Here, which address contemporary political themes, have entered the Best Picture nominations, illustrating recognition of global narratives within the Academy. This trend mirrors previous successes of international films, reinforcing the importance of varied perspectives in storytelling. As international representation grows, it highlights the need for films to resonate with a broader audience, prompting conversations about societal issues through a cinematic lens.
Matt is joined by Steven Zeitchik, senior editor at The Hollywood Reporter, to break down some industry angles from the 2025 Oscar nominations, including Netflix's 13 nominations for 'Emilia Pérez' and the movie's chances to win Best Picture in this year's wide-open race, the constituencies among the voters, the growing globalization of the Academy, studio politics, and who they think will win Best Picture (01:59).
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