Meet the Oscar Winners and Check Out the Highlights!

The 2025 Oscars were marked by major surprises, unforgettable performances, and historic moments for world cinema. The 97th edition of the award brought unexpected victories, anticipated triumphs, and a celebration of cinematic diversity.

The big winner of the night was Anora, which took home five statuettes, including Best Picture and Best Director. Brazil also had a special night with I'm Still Here, by Walter Salles, winning Best International Feature Film. Additionally, standout performances by Adrien Brody and Mikey Madison further solidified the grandeur of this edition.

Let's check out the winners and the highlights of the award ceremony!

Anora Dominates the Night with Five Awards

The big highlight of the ceremony was Anora, directed by Sean Baker, which won five statuettes: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Editing. The film, which had been standing out during the awards season, confirmed its favoritism and solidified itself as one of the major highlights of the year.

Best Actress and Actor

Best Actress: Mikey Madison (Anora) surpassed names like Cynthia Erivo (Wicked) and Fernanda Torres (I'm Still Here), taking home the award for her intense and emotional performance.

Best Actor: Adrien Brody (The Brutalist) won his second statuette for portraying a complex and captivating character, defeating names like Colman Domingo (Sing Sing) and Timothée Chalamet (A Complete Stranger).

I'm Still Here Makes History for Brazil

Brazil finally won the Best International Feature Film statuette with I'm Still Here, by Walter Salles. This is the first time a Brazilian production has won in this category, marking a milestone for national cinema.

Best Original Song and Score

Best Original Song: El Mal (Emilia Pérez) was the big winner, showcasing the strong musical presence of the French film.

Best Score: The Brutalist took the statuette, earning another award for the production starring Adrien Brody.

Other Highlights of the Night

Best Supporting Actor: Kieran Culkin (True Pain)

Best Supporting Actress: Zoe Saldaña (Emilia Pérez)

Best Animated Feature: Flow, from Latvia, surprised by winning against major productions like Inside Out 2 and Wallace & Gromit.

Best Art Direction and Best Costume Design: Wicked took home two technical awards and dazzled with its visuals.

Best Visual Effects and Best Sound: Dune: Part 2 won two statuettes, consolidating its technical impact.

The 2025 Oscars celebrated innovation, diversity, and the talent of world cinema. Anora dominated the awards, I'm Still Here made history for Brazil, and memorable performances ensured this edition will be remembered for a long time.

So, what did you think of the winners? Any surprises or injustices? Share your opinion in the comments!