Over the past few months, we have been gathering a list of movies for you to watch, carefully handpicking titles that will suit the public. Now, it is time for the crème de la crème of cinematography – Oscar nominees and winners.
On Sunday, 12th of March, all movie lovers kept their eyes peeled on the 95th Academy Awards (The Oscars’). First held in 1929. It is the year's biggest celebration in the movie world, and everyone in the industry awaits this exciting time each year with bated breath. Even though the event will be held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, the event is for every actor and actress across the globe aspiring to be a part of it.
The name “Oscar” has quite a random origin. Up until 2013, The Oscars was called Academy Awards. In 1931, an Academy Awards librarian named Margaret Herrick once remarked that the award statue reminded her of her Uncle Oscar. Since then, employees would call the statue Oscar unofficially among themselves... However, the first documented use of the term was made by a columnist for the New York Daily News, Sidney Skolsky, in his article!
In 2013, the Academy Awards was officially rebranded to “The Oscars’”, announced by show co-producer Neil Meron. This fun fact reminds us of the story of how “Apple” got its logo – Steve Jobs followed a fruitarian diet, and an apple was his favourite fruit.
Let’s have a look at some of this year's predictions: pictures, directors, actors and actresses that we believe deserve the award.
Best Picture:
Elvis (2022)
Genres: Drama, Arts and Culture, Music Videos and Concerts
Cast: Austin Butler, Tom Hanks, Dacre Montgomery
The story of Elvis Presley, the iconic American rock and movie star: his rise to fame from childhood and exploring his complicated relationship with his manager Colonel Tom Parker.
The Banshees of Inisherin (2022)
Genres: Comedy, Drama
Cast: Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Kerry Condon
On a small island in 1923, Ireland, the friendship of two best friends is at its breaking point, and only one of them knows why. This tragicomedy explores important themes like friendships, relationships, family, legacies, art, disillusionment, faith, sadness, rage, loneliness, joy and hope.
The Fabelmans (2023)
Genres: Drama
Cast: David Lynch, Michelle Williams, Seth Rogen
“Movies are dreams that you never forget”. Directed by Steven Spielberg, this special story explores the power of movies in uncovering the truth about ourselves and others. As a young boy Sammy Fabelman’s world is changed forever when his mother takes him to the movies – equipped with his own camera, he starts producing movies at home. We witness the young artist flourish, expressing himself through film. A truly special plot for those identifying their love and passion for movies.
The Woman King (2022)
Genres: Drama, Historical, Action
Cast: Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch
Based on powerful true events, the story is about an all-female unit of warriors protecting the African Kingdom Dahomey in the 1800s. Nanisca trains the next generation of warriors to protect their way of living from a more powerful tripe and a Portuguese coloniser.
Triangle of Sadness (2022)
Genres: Comedy, Drama
Cast: Woody Harrelson, Harris Dickinson, Dolly De Leon
The epitome of class differences, this satire takes us aboard a cruise ship with a diverse group of affluent people – and the crew’s job is to cater to every single wish they may have and make them feel like royalty. When the ship is faced with nature’s way, the already kindling class clashes and reversing roles burst into flames.
Best Director:
Martin McDonagh (“The Banshees of Inisherin”)
Also known for: “In Bruges” (2008), “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” (2017)
Steven Spielberg (“The Fabelmans”)
Also known for: “Jaws” (1975), “Jurassic Park” (1993), “Catch Me If You Can” (2002)
Ruben Östlund (“Triangle of Sadness”)
Also known for: “Involuntary” (2008), “Force Majeure” (2014), “The Square” (2017)
Best Actor:
Austin Butler (“Elvis”)
Also known for: “Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood” (2019), “Dune 2” (2023)
Colin Farrell (“The Banshees of Inisherin”)
Also known for: “In Bruges” (2008), “The Lobster” (2015), “The Batman” (2022)
Best Actress:
Michelle Williams (“The Fabelmans”)
Also known for: “My Week with Marilyn” (2011), “Manchester by the Sea” (2016)
Brendan Fraser, The Whale
Michelle Yeoh, Everything Everywhere All at Once
Everything Everywhere All at Once
Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, Everything Everywhere All at Once
Ke Huy Quan, Everything Everywhere All at Once
Jamie Lee Curtis, Everything Everywhere All at Once
Navalny
The Elephant Whisperers
All Quiet on the Western Front
Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
An Irish Goodbye
All Quiet on the Western Front
All Quiet on the Western Front
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
All Quiet on the Western Front
All Quiet on the Western Front
Avatar: The Way of Water
Everything Everywhere All at Once
Women Talking
Top Gun: Maverick
Naatu Naatu, RRR
Everything Everywhere All at Once
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