The 2025 Academy Awards have concluded in Los Angeles, with Anora emerging as the biggest winner of the night. The film took home three of the most prestigious awards, including Best Picture, Best Director for Sean Baker, and Best Actress for Mikey Madison.
Anora‘s victory in the Best Picture category solidifies its place as a standout film of the year. Sean Baker, known for his unique storytelling style, was recognized for his outstanding directorial work, while Mikey Madison’s performance earned her the Best Actress accolade, marking a major milestone in her career.
Other films that stood out included The Brutalist, Conclave, Wicked, and Emilia Perez, each securing notable wins. The Brutalist saw Adrien Brody clinch Best Actor, while the film also triumphed in the Best Cinematography and Best Original Score categories.
Kieran Culkin took home Best Supporting Actor for his performance in A Real Pain, further cementing his status as a versatile performer. Zoe Saldana’s role in Emilia Pérez earned her the Best Supporting Actress award, while the film also won Best Original Song for El Mal.
Conclave won Best Adapted Screenplay, thanks to Peter Straughan’s writing. Meanwhile, Wicked impressed in the visual categories, winning Best Costume Design and Best Production Design.
Brazil’s I’m Still Here claimed Best International Feature, while Flow was named Best Animated Feature. The documentary category was led by No Other Land, which won Best Documentary Feature, while The Only Girl in the Orchestra secured Best Documentary Short.
Dune: Part Two made its mark in the technical awards, winning Best Sound and Best Visual Effects.
Among the short films, I’m Not a Robot won Best Live-Action Short, while In the Shadow of the Cypress took home Best Animated Short.
With a mix of expected victories and surprises, the 2025 Oscars showcased a diverse range of cinematic talent, celebrating both established and emerging artists in the industry.
