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Written by Colleen Bement, Editor
First off, our hearts and thoughts are with all those affected by the fires in Los Angeles. It appears that the show must go on when it comes to the Oscars. The 2025 Oscar nominations are out and sci-fi enthusiasts have a lot to celebrate this year. It is always a treat when sci-fi films get the recognition they deserve from the Academy. From immersive worlds to groundbreaking visual effects, the sci-fi genre doesn’t always end up on the Oscar ballots. This year there are a few nods to the hard work and talent. “Dune: Part Two” richly deserves the Oscar nominations, and let’s take a closer look at the nominations that made the cut in this year’s Academy Awards.
Best Picture: Dune: Part Two
Denis Villeneuve’s Dune saga delivered an amazing part two and it has been nominated for Best Picture. The highly anticipated continuation of the saga takes audiences deeper into the conflict over the desert planet Arrakis. The powerful cast, gorgeous visual effects, directing, and music all came
Achievement in Cinematography: Dune: Part Two
As expected, “Dune: Part Two” continues its masterful cinematography. The film’s stunning desert landscapes, set designs, and amazing shots of the interstellar battles are just what we sci-fi fans expect. This nomination highlights how the sci-fi genre can push the boundaries of film photography, making the audience feel like they’re right there on Arrakis.
Achievement in Visual Effects: Dune: Part Two, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, and Alien: Romulus
Of course, sci-fi films receive nominations for Visual Effects. The talented crew that make this magic are masters of creating the effects for these movies. Thank you to the Academy that recognizes the incredible artistry behind visual effects in sci-fi. This year’s nominations include “Dune: Part Two” which continues to wow with its integration of CGI and practical effects. ”Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” brings audiences the new chapter in the iconic franchise, with cutting-edge visual effects that I’ve even seen commercials use. “Alien: Romulus” deserved the nomination after the effects artists immersed viewers into the terrifying reaches of space.
Achievement in Sound: Dune: Part Two
The immersive sound design in “Dune: Part Two” is one of the most important parts of taking us to other worlds, and the rumble of those massive sandworms captured audiences. The sound design in this movie is basically a sensory experience and it earned a well-deserved nomination.
Writing (Adapted Screenplay): Dune: Part Two
The adaptation of Frank Herbert’s epic novel is no easy task, but “Dune: Part Two” has once again captured the essence of what Herbert was trying to get across to audiences. The political drama, human struggle against destiny, and the beautifully detailed world created in this movie all come together in this adapted screenplay.
The complete list of nominations is listed below.
Best Picture
Anora
The Brutalist
A Complete Unknown
Conclave
Dune: Part Two
Emilia Pérez
I’m Still Here
Nickel Boys
The Substance
Wicked
Best Actress
Cynthia Erivo – Wicked
Karla Sofía Gascón – Emilia Pérez
Mikey Madison – Anora
Demi Moore – The Substance
Fernanda Torres – I’m Still Here
Best Actor
Adrien Brody – The Brutalist
Timothée Chalamet – A Complete Unknown
Colman Domingo – Sing Sing
Ralph Fiennes – Conclave
Sebastian Stan – The Apprentice
Best Supporting Actress
Monica Barbaro – A Complete Unknown
Ariana Grande – Wicked
Felicity Jones – The Brutalist
Isabella Rossellini – Conclave
Zoe Saldaña – Emilia Pérez
Best Supporting Actor
Yura Borisov – Anora
Kieran Culkin – A Real Pain
Edward Norton – A Complete Unknown
Guy Pearce – The Brutalist
Jeremy Strong – The Apprentice
Best Director
Sean Baker – Anora
Brady Corbet – The Brutalist
James Mangold – A Complete Unknown
Jacques Audiard – Emilia Pérez
Coralie Fargeat – The Substance
Best Original Screenplay
Anora
The Brutalist
A Real Pain
September 5
The Substance
Best Adapted Screenplay
A Complete Unknown
Conclave
Emilia Pérez
Nickel Boys
Sing Sing
Best Cinematography
The Brutalist
Dune: Part Two
Emilia Pérez
Maria
Nosferatu
Best Original Score
The Brutalist
Conclave
Emilia Pérez
Wicked
The Wild Robot
Best Original Song
“El Mal” – Emilia Pérez
“The Journey” – The Six Triple Eight
“Like a Bird” – Sing Sing
“Mi Camino” – Emilia Pérez
“Never Too Late” – Elton John: Never Too Late
Best Editing
Anora
The Brutalist
Conclave
Emilia Pérez
Wicked
Best Production Design
The Brutalist
Conclave
Dune: Part Two
Nosferatu
Wicked
Best Costume Design
A Complete Unknown
Conclave
Gladiator II
Nosferatu
Wicked
Best Makeup and Hairstyling
A Different Man
Emilia Pérez
Nosferatu
The Substance
Wicked
Best Sound
A Complete Unknown
Dune: Part Two
Emilia Pérez
Wicked
The Wild Robot
Best Visual Effects
Alien: Romulus
Better Man
Dune: Part Two
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
Wicked
Best International Feature
I’m Still Here (Brazil)
The Girl with the Needle (Denmark)
Emilia Pérez (France)
The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Germany)
Flow (Latvia)
Best Animated Feature
Flow
Inside Out 2
Memoir of a Snail
Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl
The Wild Robot
Best Animated Short
Beautiful Men
In the Shadow of the Cypress
Magic Candies
Wander to Wonder
Yuck!
Best Live-Action Short
A Lien
Anuja
I’m Not a Robot
The Last Ranger
The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent
Best Documentary Feature
Black Box Diaries
No Other Land
Porcelain War
Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat
Sugarcane
Best Documentary Short
Death By Numbers
I Am Ready, Warden
Incident
Instruments of a Beating Heart
The Only Girl in the Orchestra
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