Oscar Season Highlights
The film awards season culminated with the Oscars ceremony held in Los Angeles on Sunday. For those interested in viewing the most acclaimed films of the past year, as recognized by the US film Academy voters, here is a comprehensive guide to the main winners and nominees from this year's Oscars, along with information on how to watch them.
One Battle After Another
A father reconnects with his former revolutionary comrades after his daughter is kidnapped. This film, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Chase Infiniti, was the biggest winner at the Oscars. It secured six awards, including Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor for Sean Penn, and Best Director and Adapted Screenplay for Anderson.
The film is currently available to buy or rent on digital platforms such as Prime Video, Apple TV, and Sky Store.
Twin brothers return to the Mississippi Delta in 1932 seeking a fresh start, unaware of an evil force awaiting them. This vampire drama, directed by Ryan Coogler and featuring Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo, won four Oscars, including Best Actor for Jordan and Best Original Screenplay for Coogler.
It is available for streaming on Now and can also be purchased on various digital platforms.
Frankenstein
A new adaptation of Mary Shelley's 1818 novel, directed by Guillermo del Toro, depicts a mad scientist who brings a creature to life from dead body parts, only to be repulsed and abandon it. The film stars Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi.
This adaptation won three Oscars for Best Production Design, Costume Design, and Make-up/Hairstyling.
KPop Demon Hunters
This animated feature follows a hugely popular girl group balancing their music careers with protecting their fans from a rival boyband whose members are secretly demons. Directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, the film won two Oscars: Best Animated Feature and Best Song for "Golden."
Hamnet
Set in 1596 and adapted from Maggie O'Farrell's novel, this film explores a mother's devastation following the death of her 11-year-old son, Hamnet. Meanwhile, William Shakespeare, the boy's father, writes a play to cope with his grief. Directed by Chloé Zhao and starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, Jessie Buckley won Best Actress for her role.
Weapons
When all but one child from the same class mysteriously vanish on the same night, suspicion falls on an eccentric elderly aunt who recently arrived in town. Directed by Zach Cregger and starring Josh Brolin and Julia Garner, Amy Madigan received the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Aunt Gladys.
The film is currently available for digital rental.
Sentimental Value
Following the death of their mother, two sisters reconnect with their distant father, a renowned Swedish director working on his comeback film. Directed by Joachim Trier and starring Renate Reinsve, Stellan Skarsgård, and Elle Fanning, the film was awarded Best International Feature.
Avatar: Fire and Ash
The third installment of James Cameron's successful sci-fi series features the Na'vi encountering an aggressive new tribe. The film stars Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldaña and won the Oscar for Best Visual Effects.
Blue Moon
Ethan Hawke stars as lyricist Lorenz Hart, who struggles with alcoholism and mental health issues ahead of the premiere of the musical Oklahoma!. This film is one of two directed by Richard Linklater in this year's awards race.
Bugonia
Two young conspiracy theorists kidnap and hold captive the CEO of a large pharmaceutical company, whom they believe to be an alien. Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, the film reunites actors Jesse Plemons and Emma Stone.
F1
This film about a former racing driver returning to the track 30 years after a near-fatal accident stars Brad Pitt and is directed by Joseph Kosinski. It is expected to receive several technical nominations.
If I Had Legs I'd Kick You
Rose Byrne stars as a mother navigating her daughter's illness, an absent husband, a missing person case, and a difficult relationship with her therapist. The film is directed by Mary Bronstein.
It Was Just An Accident
After a chance encounter at a garage, a man recognizes the former Iranian intelligence officer who tortured him in prison and takes drastic measures for revenge. Directed by Jafar Panahi, this film won the top prize at the Cannes Film Festival.
Marty Supreme
Set in 1950s New York City, the film follows table tennis player Marty Reisman as he pursues a dream that few around him respect. Directed by Josh Safdie and starring Timothée Chalamet.
The Secret Agent
A technology expert fleeing Brazil's military dictatorship in 1977 seeks refuge in his hometown of Recife, but hired hitmen pursue him. The film stars Wagner Moura and is directed by Kleber Mendonça Filho.
Sirat
A father travels through southern Morocco with his son in search of his daughter, who has been missing for five months after last being seen at a desert dance festival. Directed by Óliver Laxe and starring Sergi López and Bruno Núñez Arjona.
Song Sung Blue
Two performers impersonating famous musicians form a Neil Diamond tribute band and fall in love, but a devastating accident threatens their relationship and dreams. Directed by Craig Brewer and starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson.
Train Dreams
An American railroad worker leads a lonely life until he marries and has a daughter, but tragedy strikes during one of his long trips away from home. Directed by Clint Bentley and starring Joel Edgerton and Felicity Jones.
The Voice of Hind Rajab
Red Cross volunteers working in a call centre attempt to assist a six-year-old girl who has phoned them while trapped in a car under fire in Gaza. Directed by Kaouther Ben Hania and starring Motaz Malhees and Saja Kilani.
