Los Angeles, Mar 03 (V7N) – The 97th Academy Awards took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, USA, with a grand ceremony celebrating the best achievements in cinema. The announcement session of the event began at 5 AM Bangladesh time on Monday (March 3).

The night was dominated by Sean Baker’s ‘Anora’, which won five Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, and Best Original Screenplay. The film, a poignant drama about a romance between a sex worker and the son of a Russian oligarch, was one of the most praised films of the evening.

Major Winners of the Night:

  • Best Picture: Anora
  • Best Director: Sean Baker (Anora)
  • Best Actor: Adrien Brody (The Brutalist)
  • Best Actress: Mikey Madison (Anora)
  • Best Supporting Actor: Kieran Culkin (A Real Pain)
  • Best Supporting Actress: Zoe Saldaña (Emilia Pérez)
  • Best Original Screenplay: Sean Baker (Anora)
  • Best Adapted Screenplay: Conclave
  • Best Animated Feature: Flow
  • Best International Feature: I'm Still Here (Brazil)
  • Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell (Wicked)
  • Best Visual Effects: Dune: Part Two

Emotional Moments and Historic Wins

Kieran Culkin won the first award of the night, securing Best Supporting Actor for his performance in A Real Pain. Zoe Saldaña followed, winning Best Supporting Actress for Emilia Pérez, dedicating her award to her mother and sister in an emotional acceptance speech.

Paul Tazewell became the first Black man to win the Oscar for Best Costume Design, earning the honor for his work in Wicked. Meanwhile, Sean Baker won his second Oscar, securing Best Original Screenplay for Anora, praised for its sharp storytelling and seamless editing.

The night also saw Adrien Brody winning Best Actor for his performance in The Brutalist, while Mikey Madison took home the Best Actress award for her role in Anora.

In the music category, three musicians—Clement Duclos, Camille, and Jacques Audiard—won the Oscar for Best Original Song for ‘El Mal’ from Emilia Pérez.

A Grand Celebration of Cinema

The event was hosted by Conan O'Brien and featured a special tribute to the Los Angeles Fire Department, recognizing their efforts in combating recent wildfires in the region.

The 97th Academy Awards highlighted a diverse range of films, stories, and talents, reflecting the evolving landscape of the film industry. With Anora dominating the night, the awards reinforced the power of compelling storytelling in cinema.

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