The Oscars, known as the most prestigious awards for films will celebrate its 97th year. The show which is to take place at the Dolby Theatre is set to be broadcast on March 2 on ABC and has generated much discussion for both the nominations and production.
97th Academy Awards Ceremony
This year’s broadcast has received much attention with Comedian Conan O’Brien announced as host while they all acknowledge the challenging circumstances happening in Hollywood , and it’s local area. The award show will highlight what movies and the professionals that were best during 2024.
Broadcast and Streaming Information
The ceremony will air live on March 2 at 7PM Eastern Time/4PM Pacific on ABC. As well, the show will also be available for viewing online using streaming platform Hulu. With this wide range of options many can enjoy the broadcast and all the new and special elements added this year.
Conan O'Brien as Host
The well-known host Conan O'Brien will have his first year emceeing the show, he hopes to bring humor as well as understanding to all in the audience and at home. Many have mentioned their delight and trust in his abilities and leadership to take the Oscars into a new era.
Addressing Recent Events
O’Brien, who has had recent family losses and being uprooted because of wildfires , recognizes the sensitivity of current situations. The show will reflect what is taking place in Los Angeles in an effort to offer hope during a difficult time. A focus on humanity will also come to the forefront due to his experiences in 2025.
2025 Oscar Nominations Overview
Many front runner movies this year are in consideration for the awards, "Emilia Pérez" comes at the top of the nominations list with 13 with "The Brutalist" and “Wicked” behind that with 10 nominations. While these were seen to be major contenders the nominations were a mixture of a variety of films that had something unique to give.
Film Categories and Notable Nominees
“The Brutalist”, “A Complete Unknown,” “Conclave”, “Dune: Part Two,” “Emilia Perez”, “Nickel Boys,” “September 5”, and “Wicked” all had nominations in Best Motion Picture category. There is competition and notable entries in both acting categories with recognizable names being seen and being added to that list. These additions showcase the depth of each film category and how that added dimension in each performance was recognized for each.
Key Acting Nominations
Major acting categories include Adrien Brody ("The Brutalist") and Timothee Chalamet (A Complete Unknown) in Best Leading Actor with Cynthia Erivo ("Wicked"), Karla Sofía Gascón ("Emilia Pérez") and Demi Moore (The Substance) in Best Leading Actress as the highest talked about with multiple different accolades under their belt during 2024.
Impact of Los Angeles Wildfires
The show will be affected by major Los Angeles wildfires with several elements changing throughout production. The show will also have elements that focus on acknowledging the people that were affected from that specific disaster while trying to balance and offer an overall enjoyable entertainment event.
Changes in Schedule and tone
Due to the impact of the wildfires, the nomination announcement were pushed back along with discussions of what changes need to be done to proceed. This event also was taken to note that many should remember how quickly things can change which may alter what was once important in this area of production for an awards ceremony and how things will move in the future.
The Variety of Nominations
Beyond major categories the Oscars also gave credit to short films, documentary, international film and both score and original song categories for a diverse range of film production.
Recognition of Different Forms of Production
By adding so many categories gives those involved in more niche film styles a spot for appreciation of hard work and excellence. These various components come together for many to enjoy in a wide spectrum of cinematic expression.
Other Significant Moments to Note
The discussion to showcase the importance for those in attendance as well as at home is something those behind the show are working toward. They are trying to present a variety of emotions with hope that people will take the opportunity to show respect during the show but to enjoy and find entertainment in the moment.
Acknowledgment of Hollywood
The ceremony will also showcase Hollywood’s history as well as highlight people involved in production of movies for years. These elements offer respect to an era that is moving on in an increasingly fast pace environment of media.
Key Takeaways
- The 97th Academy Awards, with comedian Conan O'Brien as host, are set for March 2 and will air live on ABC and Hulu.
- The show must be sensitive and navigate recent events while acknowledging many that were greatly affected during the Los Angeles wild fires.
- "Emilia Pérez," "The Brutalist," "A Complete Unknown”, and "Wicked" stand out as leading nominees in many categories.
- The show is also set to honor both television and motion picture categories showing support across the entire industry of the moving picture art form.
- The show's broadcast can be watched on multiple media platforms creating accessibility for most demographics.