Oscars 2025 Honors Diverse Films in Unpredictable Ceremony
The 97th Academy Awards celebrated a broad range of films, with standout wins for 'Anora,' 'Conclave,' and 'Wicked,' while Conan O'Brien's hosting debut brought humor and heartfelt moments.
- Sean Baker's 'Anora' won Best Original Screenplay, with Baker dedicating the award to the sex worker community, a central theme of the film.
- Kieran Culkin took home Best Supporting Actor for his role in 'A Real Pain,' delivering a personal and humorous acceptance speech.
- Latvian animated film 'Flow' made history as the first Latvian film to win an Oscar, taking Best Animated Feature with its ecological parable about a cat in a flooded world.
- Conan O'Brien's first time hosting the Oscars was marked by self-deprecating humor, jabs at nominees, and a poignant tribute to Los Angeles' resilience following recent wildfires.
- Paul Tazewell became the first Black man to win Best Costume Design for his work on 'Wicked,' earning a standing ovation during his acceptance speech.
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