Nominations for the 97th Academy Awards unveiled today

WEB DESK: The nominations for the 97^th Academy Awards was announced, stirring excitement within the entertainment industry and enthusiastic audiences.

Leading the pack is ‘Emilia Perez’, which has secured an astonishing 13 nominations. This is the highest any movie received this year!

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Close contenders include ‘The Brutalist’ and ‘Wicked’, both of which have garnered an impressive ten nominations each, as well!

There troika will also compete for the prestigious ‘Best Picture’ award, a hallmark of excellence within the industry.

Emilia Perez was a surprising hit, resonating with viewers through its engaging storyline and powerful performances. The movie’s critical acclaim and audience reception have been contributed to its strong showing in the nominations.

The Brutalist is recognised for its stunning cinematography and profound themes, while Wicked attracted more of casual moviegoers for its colourful visuals, catchy soundtrack and elaborate production values.

In another huge development, veteran actress Demi Moore finally received her first Oscar nomination after more than four decades in the show business.

Celebrated for her roles in classics such as ‘Ghost’, and ‘A Few Good Men’, the actress for the most part was ignored for awards, often deemed as merely a ‘pretty face’.

It seems the entertainment industry is finally recognising her acting chops, as the nomination marks a huge achievement and turning point in her career.

The 97th Academy Awards ceremony is set to take place on March 2, and will be broadcast live, allowing global audiences to partake in the celebration of cinematic artistry.

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This year’s nominations faced several delays due to the devastating Los Angeles (LA) wildfires. The Oscars were postponed twice due to the wrath of mother nature, with over 28 people losing their lives besides billions of dollars in infrastructure damage.