The 97th Academy Awards (Oscars 2025) were held on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, honoring films released in 2024.

Major Winners

• Best Picture: Anora

• Best Director: Sean Baker for Anora

• Best Actor: Adrien Brody for The Brutalist

• Best Actress: Mikey Madison for Anora

• Best Supporting Actor: Kieran Culkin for A Real Pain

• Best Supporting Actress: Zoe Saldaña for Emilia Pérez

• Best Animated Feature: Flow

• Best International Feature: I'm Still Here (Brazil)

• Best Original Song: "El Mal" from Emilia Pérez

• Best Visual Effects: Dune: Part Two

• Best Cinematography: The Brutalist

• Best Costume Design: Wicked

• Best Makeup and Hairstyling: The Substance

Host and Performances

Comedian Conan O'Brien hosted the ceremony for the first time, bringing his signature humor and charm to the event . Performances included Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Doja Cat, and Queen Latifah, with a special appearance by the Los Angeles Master Chorale.

Notable Films and Nominations

• Emilia Pérez: Led the nominations with 13, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress (Karla Sofía Gascón), and Best Supporting Actress (Zoe Saldaña).

• Anora: Won Best Picture and Best Director, with Mikey Madison receiving Best Actress.

• The Brutalist: Received multiple nominations, including Best Actor (Adrien Brody) and Best Cinematography.