The 2025 Oscars took place on a glamorous Sunday evening at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, celebrating the best in film over the past year. This year’s ceremony was marked by Anora’s remarkable performance, as it swept the awards with an impressive total of five wins, including the prestigious Best Picture award.
Mikey Madison triumphed in the Best Actress category for her outstanding role in Anora, edging out veteran actress Demi Moore. In a competitive race for the Best Actor award, Adrien Brody emerged victorious for his performance in The Brutalist, defeating the talented Timothée Chalamet. The evening kicked off with Kieran Culkin winning the Best Supporting Actor award for his role in A Real Pain, setting a celebratory tone for the night.
Here’s a detailed list of the winners from the 2025 Oscars:
- Best Picture: Anora
- Actress in a Leading Role: Mikey Madison — Anora
- Actor in a Leading Role: Adrien Brody — The Brutalist
- Actress in a Supporting Role: Zoe Saldaña — Emilia Pérez
- Actor in a Supporting Role: Kieran Culkin — A Real Pain
- Best Director: Sean Baker — Anora
- Original Screenplay: Sean Baker — Anora
- Achievement in Film Editing: Sean Baker — Anora
- Adapted Screenplay: Conclave — Peter Straughan
- International Feature Film: I’m Still Here (Brazil)
- Documentary Feature Film: No Other Land
- Achievement in Costume Design: Paul Tazewell — Wicked
The 2025 Oscars not only celebrated the artistic achievements in film but also highlighted the talents of both emerging and established actors and filmmakers. With Anora’s sweeping wins, it was a night to remember, showcasing the creativity and passion that drives the film industry.
