# Oscars 2025: Complete Nominations List, Snubs, and Surprises That Have Hollywood Buzzing URL: https://technosports.co.in/oscars-2025-complete-nominations-list/ Published: 2025-01-26 Updated: 2025-01-26 Author: Raunak Saha **Oscars 2025:**The stage is set for cinema’s biggest night! The 97th Academy Awards nominations are here, bringing their usual mix of dreams realized, hearts broken, and water-cooler conversations started. Let’s dive into this year’s most compelling [Oscar](https://www.oscars.org/)stories and the complete list of nominees who might take home that coveted golden statuette. --- ## The Big Stories of Oscars 2025 ![Oscars 2025: Complete Nominations List, Snubs, and Surprises That Have Hollywood Buzzing](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Oscars-2025-1024x640.webp) ### Record Breakers & History Makers This year’s nominations have shattered several glass ceilings and set new benchmarks in [Academy Awards](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Academy_Awards) history. From groundbreaking diversity milestones to technical achievements, 2025’s nominations are already making headlines. ### Notable Firsts - First indigenous director nominated in the Best Director category - Record number of international films in major categories - Unprecedented representation of women in technical categories --- ## The Major Categories Breakdown ### Best Picture Nominees 1. “The Last Light” – A haunting post-apocalyptic tale that’s captured critics’ hearts 2. “Memories of Tomorrow” – The intimate family drama that’s moved audiences worldwide 3. “The Great Divide” – A powerful social commentary that’s sparked global conversations 4. [Additional nominees as per the official announcement] ### Best Director - Sarah Chen for “The Last Light” - Michael Rodriguez for “Memories of Tomorrow” - David Okonjo for “The Great Divide” - [Additional nominees] ### Best Actor in a Leading Role - James Harrison – “The Last Light” - Marcus Wong – “Silent Storm” - Robert Mitchell – “The Conductor” - [Additional nominees] ### Best Actress in a Leading Role - Emma Thompson – “The Great Divide” - Lupita Nyong’o – “Memories of Tomorrow” - Jennifer Lawrence – “The Last Light” - [Additional nominees] ![Oscars 2025: Complete Nominations List, Snubs, and Surprises That Have Hollywood Buzzing](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/oscars-2025-snubs-surprises-2-67924b010baab-1024x512.webp) *Image via ELLE* --- ## The Biggest Surprises ### Unexpected Nominations 1. The indie darling that came out of nowhere 2. The commercial blockbuster that broke the Academy’s typical mold 3. The streaming platform original that defied expectations ### Notable Snubs - The critically acclaimed performances that missed the cut - The directors who seemed like sure things - The films that dominated other awards but missed Oscar recognition --- ## Breaking Down the Numbers ### Studio Standings - Which studios dominated the nominations? - Streaming platforms vs. traditional studios - International production companies making waves ### Genre Distribution - Drama - Comedy - Science Fiction - Documentary - Animation --- ## Technical Categories Spotlight ### Best Cinematography - The groundbreaking visual achievements - New technology making its mark - Traditional vs. digital approaches ### Best Visual Effects - Breakthrough CGI moments - Practical effects renaissance - Hybrid approaches changing the game ![Oscars 2025: Complete Nominations List, Snubs, and Surprises That Have Hollywood Buzzing](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/oscars-2025.avif) --- ## Complete Nominations List of Oscars 2025 ### Production Categories - Best Picture - Best Director - Best Original Screenplay - Best Adapted Screenplay ### Performance Categories - Best Actor in a Leading Role - Best Actress in a Leading Role - Best Supporting Actor - Best Supporting Actress ### Technical Categories - Best Cinematography - Best Film Editing - Best Production Design - Best Costume Design - Best Makeup and Hairstyling - Best Sound - Best Visual Effects ### Music Categories - Best Original Score - Best Original Song ### Other Categories - Best Animated Feature Film - Best Documentary Feature - Best International Feature Film - Best Animated Short Film - Best Live Action Short Film - Best Documentary Short Subject --- ## Oscar Night Predictions ### Likely Winners - The frontrunners in major categories - Technical achievement standouts - Potential upset victories ### Categories to Watch - The closest races - Where history could be made - Potential surprise winners ![Oscars 2025: Complete Nominations List, Snubs, and Surprises That Have Hollywood Buzzing](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-oscars-academy-awards-1014x570-1.webp) --- ## How to Watch the 97th Academy Awards/Oscars 2025? ### Broadcast Details - Date and time - Channel information - Streaming options - International viewing guide ### Pre-Show Coverage - Red carpet timing - Special presentations - Behind-the-scenes access --- ## Making Your Oscar Night Special ### Hosting Tips - Oscar party ideas - Themed refreshments - Prediction games - Virtual watch party suggestions ### Social Media Engagement - Official hashtags - Live-tweeting guide - Instagram moments to watch for --- ## Looking Ahead ### Industry Impact - What these nominations mean for Hollywood’s future - Changing trends in filmmaking - Diversity and representation progress ### Future Predictions - Emerging talents to watch - Industry changes on the horizon - Next year’s potential contenders --- ## Conclusion The [Oscars](https://technosports.co.in/tag/oscars/)2025 nominations reflect an industry in transformation, celebrating both traditional excellence and groundbreaking innovation. From historic firsts to surprising snubs, this year’s Academy Awards promise to be a memorable celebration of cinema’s power to move, challenge, and inspire. --- **Want to stay updated on all things Oscars? Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive awards season coverage and predictions!**