2025 Academy Awards: Conan O'Brien Hosts Amid Turbulent Oscar Season
The 2025 Oscars, hosted by Conan O'Brien, promise an unpredictable night with top contenders navigating controversies and a tribute to Hollywood's resilience.
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Overview
The 97th Academy Awards, airing live on March 2, 2025, will be hosted by Conan O'Brien for the first time. The ceremony concludes a tumultuous Oscar season, marked by controversies affecting frontrunners like 'Emilia Pérez,' which leads with 13 nominations but faces backlash due to outdated tweets from its star. Sean Baker's 'Anora' has emerged as the favorite, alongside 'Conclave.' The event will feature performances by 'Wicked' stars and a tribute to Quincy Jones. With the red carpet pre-show at 6:30 p.m. EST and the main event at 7 p.m. EST, the show aims to celebrate resilience amid recent challenges.
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Analysis
- The 97th Academy Awards are seen as a culmination of a tumultuous Oscar season, reflecting not only the highs and lows of the film industry but also the resilience of Hollywood in the face of challenges like the recent strikes and wildfires.
- This year's ceremony, hosted by Conan O'Brien, will mark a significant moment as it involves nominees and narratives that have intertwined with political events, including a nominated portrayal of the sitting U.S. president, highlighting the Oscars' increasingly political landscape.
- Oscar producers have taken steps to adapt the ceremony to a possibly less commercially appealing array of nominees, aiming to capture viewer interest despite expectations of lower ratings compared to last year's blockbuster nominees.
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Conan O'Brien is hosting the 2025 Academy Awards.
The film 'Emilia Pérez' faced controversy due to past offensive tweets from its star Karla Sofia Gascón. Another contender, 'The Brutalist,' has been criticized for its use of AI.
Viewers can expect performances by Queen Latifah, Raye, Doja Cat, Lisa from Blackpink, Cynthia Erivo, and Ariana Grande. There will also be a musical tribute to Quincy Jones.
The ceremony will air live on ABC and stream on Hulu, YouTube TV, Fubo TV, and AT&T TV.
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