THE FINAL PREDICTIONS FOR THE OSCARS
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
(Brazil - I'm Still Here)
These are the five excellent Oscar nominated films for 2024:
BRAZIL - I'M STILL HERE
DENMARK - THE GIRL WITH THE NEEDLE
FRANCE - EMILIA PEREZ
GERMANY - THE SEED OF THE SACRED FIG
LATVIA - FLOW
DENMARK - THE GIRL WITH THE NEEDLE
FRANCE - EMILIA PEREZ
GERMANY - THE SEED OF THE SACRED FIG
LATVIA - FLOW
This year’s most celebrated films made an immediate impact following their festival debuts, setting the stage for a remarkable awards season. The Girl with the Needle, Emilia Perez, The Seed of the Sacred Fig, and Flow captivated audiences at Cannes, earning critical acclaim for their bold storytelling and artistic vision. Meanwhile, I'm Still Here left a lasting impression at Venice, where its powerful themes and evocative performances resonated deeply. Their festival success propelled them into the awards conversation, where they have continued to garner widespread recognition.
As the season unfolded, these films secured nominations across multiple prestigious awards bodies:
Each of these films stands as a testament to the power of cinema, pushing boundaries and offering audiences a unique and profound experience:
The Girl with the Needle mesmerizes with its haunting narrative, blending historical drama with poetic visual storytelling. Its atmospheric cinematography and deeply emotional core make it an unforgettable exploration of resilience and survival.
Emilia Perez defies categorization, seamlessly merging crime, musical, and political drama into a singularly bold and daring film. Its genre-bending storytelling, powerful performances, and thought-provoking themes have made it a standout in this year’s awards race.
The Seed of the Sacred Fig offers an intimate and deeply moving meditation on spirituality, family, and personal awakening. With its rich cultural authenticity and stunning cinematography, it paints a vivid portrait of tradition and transformation.
Flow, a breathtaking animated survival adventure, captivates with its dialogue-free storytelling, stunningly realized landscapes, and deeply emotional journey. Its ability to convey complex emotions and universal themes without spoken words makes it an extraordinary achievement in animation.
I'm Still Here delivers a poignant and introspective drama, offering a deeply personal exploration of identity, memory, and resilience. With its nuanced performances and emotionally resonant storytelling, it leaves a profound impact long after the credits roll.
As the season unfolded, these films secured nominations across multiple prestigious awards bodies:
- At the NBR Awards, The Girl with the Needle, I'm Still Here, and The Seed of the Sacred Fig were recognized for their artistic excellence and narrative impact.
- The Golden Globe Awards honoured Emilia Perez, The Girl with the Needle, I'm Still Here, and The Seed of the Sacred Fig, reflecting their international acclaim and diverse storytelling.
- At the Critics Choice Awards, Emilia Perez, Flow, I'm Still Here, and The Seed of the Sacred Fig were celebrated, further cementing their status as some of the year’s most compelling films.
- The BAFTA Awards followed suit, nominating Emilia Perez, Flow, I'm Still Here, and The Seed of the Sacred Fig for their outstanding contributions to global cinema.
Each of these films stands as a testament to the power of cinema, pushing boundaries and offering audiences a unique and profound experience:
The Girl with the Needle mesmerizes with its haunting narrative, blending historical drama with poetic visual storytelling. Its atmospheric cinematography and deeply emotional core make it an unforgettable exploration of resilience and survival.
Emilia Perez defies categorization, seamlessly merging crime, musical, and political drama into a singularly bold and daring film. Its genre-bending storytelling, powerful performances, and thought-provoking themes have made it a standout in this year’s awards race.
The Seed of the Sacred Fig offers an intimate and deeply moving meditation on spirituality, family, and personal awakening. With its rich cultural authenticity and stunning cinematography, it paints a vivid portrait of tradition and transformation.
Flow, a breathtaking animated survival adventure, captivates with its dialogue-free storytelling, stunningly realized landscapes, and deeply emotional journey. Its ability to convey complex emotions and universal themes without spoken words makes it an extraordinary achievement in animation.
I'm Still Here delivers a poignant and introspective drama, offering a deeply personal exploration of identity, memory, and resilience. With its nuanced performances and emotionally resonant storytelling, it leaves a profound impact long after the credits roll.
SO WHO WILL WIN?
With the shortlist of the top 15 films, all voters must watch every single entry before casting their votes. However, once the category narrows down to the final five nominees, voting is open to all members, making visibility, momentum, and industry buzz crucial factors in determining the winner. The race is down to two films: Emilia Perez and I'm Still Here.
This year’s race is one of the most unpredictable in recent memory. Two of the nominees, Emilia Perez and I'm Still Here, have also secured Best Picture nominations—an indicator of their widespread acclaim and strong chances of winning. Karla Sofia Gascon and Fernanda Torres have also been nominated for Best Actress. And Zoe Saldana is poised to win Best Supporting Actress. Emilia Perez has been nominated for a whooping 13 categories.
This year is historic as it marks the first time both non-English language Best Picture nominees were also nominated for International Feature Film. Emilia Pérez and I’m Still Here join an exclusive club as the 10th and 11th non-English language films to be nominated for both Best Picture and International Feature Film in the same year. Of the previous nine films, all won International Feature Film, with Parasite being the only one to also win Best Picture.
Emilia Pérez smashes records as the most-nominated non-English language film in Oscar history with 13 nominations, surpassing Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000) and Roma (2018), both of which had 10. Karla Sofía Gascón (Emilia Pérez) becomes the first openly trans actor to receive an Oscar nomination, earning a nod for Best Actress. Jacques Audiard, nominated for both Directing and Original Song for Emilia Pérez, makes history as the first person to achieve nominations in both categories for the same film.
At this stage, it feels like a true toss-up between the two.
That said, if we’re looking for the safest bet, Emilia Perez appears to have the edge. Its genre-defying storytelling—seamlessly blending crime, musical, and political drama—has captivated both critics and audiences, making it one of the most talked-about films of the year. The film has not only received widespread critical acclaim but has also demonstrated strong momentum throughout awards season, securing major nominations across multiple categories.
In addition to its Best Picture nod, Emilia Perez has been a dominant force in acting, directing, and technical categories, suggesting broad support from the Academy. Its unique narrative approach, bold performances, and socially resonant themes have set it apart as a film that both challenges and excites voters. Moreover, films with strong showings in multiple categories often have a higher chance of winning, as their widespread recognition signals a deep appreciation across different Academy branches.
With its combination of critical prestige, industry support, and broad Academy appeal, Emilia Perez feels like the film to beat. While I'm Still Here remains a formidable contender, Emilia Perez seems poised to take home several Oscars—solidifying its place as the likely winner in this race as well.
This year’s race is one of the most unpredictable in recent memory. Two of the nominees, Emilia Perez and I'm Still Here, have also secured Best Picture nominations—an indicator of their widespread acclaim and strong chances of winning. Karla Sofia Gascon and Fernanda Torres have also been nominated for Best Actress. And Zoe Saldana is poised to win Best Supporting Actress. Emilia Perez has been nominated for a whooping 13 categories.
This year is historic as it marks the first time both non-English language Best Picture nominees were also nominated for International Feature Film. Emilia Pérez and I’m Still Here join an exclusive club as the 10th and 11th non-English language films to be nominated for both Best Picture and International Feature Film in the same year. Of the previous nine films, all won International Feature Film, with Parasite being the only one to also win Best Picture.
Emilia Pérez smashes records as the most-nominated non-English language film in Oscar history with 13 nominations, surpassing Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000) and Roma (2018), both of which had 10. Karla Sofía Gascón (Emilia Pérez) becomes the first openly trans actor to receive an Oscar nomination, earning a nod for Best Actress. Jacques Audiard, nominated for both Directing and Original Song for Emilia Pérez, makes history as the first person to achieve nominations in both categories for the same film.
At this stage, it feels like a true toss-up between the two.
That said, if we’re looking for the safest bet, Emilia Perez appears to have the edge. Its genre-defying storytelling—seamlessly blending crime, musical, and political drama—has captivated both critics and audiences, making it one of the most talked-about films of the year. The film has not only received widespread critical acclaim but has also demonstrated strong momentum throughout awards season, securing major nominations across multiple categories.
In addition to its Best Picture nod, Emilia Perez has been a dominant force in acting, directing, and technical categories, suggesting broad support from the Academy. Its unique narrative approach, bold performances, and socially resonant themes have set it apart as a film that both challenges and excites voters. Moreover, films with strong showings in multiple categories often have a higher chance of winning, as their widespread recognition signals a deep appreciation across different Academy branches.
With its combination of critical prestige, industry support, and broad Academy appeal, Emilia Perez feels like the film to beat. While I'm Still Here remains a formidable contender, Emilia Perez seems poised to take home several Oscars—solidifying its place as the likely winner in this race as well.