KKN Gurugram Desk | The 97th Academy Awards have officially announced the winners for Oscar 2025. This year, the prestigious awards celebrated the best in cinema, with multiple films receiving top honors. “Anora,” a film based on the story of a sex worker, emerged as the biggest winner, securing five Oscars. Other major winners included “The Brutalist” with three awards, while “Wicked,” “Emilia Perez,” and “Dune: Part Two” won in two categories each.
Here’s the complete list of Oscar 2025 winners:
Oscar 2025 Winners – Full List
- Best Picture – Anora
- Best Actress – Mikey Madison (Anora)
- Best Actor – Adrien Brody (The Brutalist)
- Best Director – Sean Baker (Anora)
- Best Editing – Anora
- Best Costume Design – Paul Tazewell (First Black artist to win in this category)
- Best Cinematography – The Brutalist
- Best International Feature Film – I Am Still Here (Brazil)
- Best Adapted Screenplay – Conclave
- Best Original Screenplay – Anora
- Best Live Action Short Film – I Am Not A Robot
- Best Animated Short Film – In the Shadow of the Cypress
- Best Animated Feature Film – Flow
- Best Documentary Short Film – The Only Girl in the Orchestra
- Best Documentary Feature Film – No Other Land
- Best Original Song – EI MAI (Emilia Perez)
- Best Original Score – The Brutalist
- Best Supporting Actor – Kieran Culkin (A Real Pain)
- Best Supporting Actress – Zoe Saldaña (Emilia Perez)
- Best Makeup and Hairstyling – The Substance
- Best Sound – Dune: Part Two
- Best Production Design – Wicked
- Best Visual Effects – Dune: Part Two
Biggest Highlights of Oscar 2025
“Anora” Dominates the Oscars
The biggest winner of the night was “Anora,” directed by Sean Baker, winning five awards, including Best Picture, Best Actress, Best Director, Best Editing, and Best Original Screenplay. The film’s strong storytelling and performances made it a standout at the 97th Academy Awards.
“The Brutalist” Wins in Key Categories
“The Brutalist” took home three Oscars, including Best Actor (Adrien Brody), Best Cinematography, and Best Original Score. The film’s visual appeal and gripping narrative were widely praised.
“Dune: Part Two” and “Wicked” Secure Multiple Wins
Both “Dune: Part Two” and “Wicked” won two Oscars each. While “Dune 2” was honored for Best Sound and Best Visual Effects, “Wicked” bagged Best Costume Design and Best Production Design.
Historic Win for Costume Designer Paul Tazewell
Paul Tazewell became the first Black artist to win an Oscar for Best Costume Design, marking a historic moment in the Academy Awards.
Best Animated and Documentary Winners
In the animated film category, Flow won Best Animated Feature Film, while In the Shadow of the Cypress won Best Animated Short Film. The Best Documentary Feature Film went to No Other Land.
Oscar for Best Original Song
The award for Best Original Song went to EI MAI from the film Emilia Perez. This category always generates excitement, as it celebrates musical contributions to cinema.
The Academy Awards 2025 once again honored the best films, performances, and technical achievements in the movie industry. The event showcased diversity in storytelling and talent, making it a night to remember for movie lovers.
With “Anora,” “The Brutalist,” and “Dune: Part Two” among the big winners, the 97th Oscars celebrated some of the finest films of the year. The ceremony reflected the evolving landscape of cinema, recognizing powerful narratives, outstanding performances, and technical brilliance.
Stay tuned for more updates and reactions from the Oscar 2025 winners and red carpet moments!
