The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is set to unveil its shortlists for the Academy Awards on December 17, featuring a significant increase in the number of shortlisted scores for this year, which will expand from 15 to 20 in 10 categories. However, the best original song category will maintain its shortlist at 15 entries.
The voting process for nominations will take place between January 8 and January 12, with the official announcement scheduled for January 17. The final voting round will occur from February 11 to February 18, leading up to the Oscars ceremony on March 2.
In the best original song category, notable contenders include:
– “Forbidden Road” by Sacha Skarbek, Freddy Wexler, and Robbie Williams, featured in “Better Man,” a biopic portraying Robbie Williams through motion capture.
– “Winter Coat,” co-written by Nicholas Britell, Steve McQueen, and Taura Stinson, associated with the historical film “Blitz.”
– “Never Too Late” by Elton John, Brandi Carlile, and Andrew Watt, from “Elton John: Never Too Late.”
– “El Mal” and “Mi Camino” by Clément Ducol and Camille Dalmais for “Emilia Pérez,” recently recognized at the Cannes Film Festival.
– “Beautiful That Way,” featuring Miley Cyrus and Lykke Li, from “The Last Showgirl.”
In the best original score category, some noteworthy films include:
– “Alien: Romulus” scored by Benjamin Wallfisch, marking his first Oscar nomination.
– “Blitz,” scored by Hans Zimmer, a seasoned nominee with multiple past wins.
– “The Brutalist” by Daniel Blumberg, and “Gladiator II” by Harry Gregson-Williams, both of whom are seeking their first nominations.
– “Here” by composer Alan Silvestri, who reunites with director Robert Zemeckis.
– “Inside Out 2” marks a historic moment as Andrea Datzman is recognized as the first female composer for a Pixar film.
The diverse array of talents represented demonstrates a commitment to recognizing both new voices and established artists within the industry.
This expansion of nominees shows a dedication to inclusivity and representation, highlighting both emerging and seasoned talent in film composition. It is encouraging to see a wide range of artists gathering acknowledgment, reflecting the evolving landscape of the film industry.
In summary, as anticipation builds for the Oscars, the expanded categories affirm that the Academy aims for a more comprehensive view of cinematic achievements, allowing for a richer celebration of creativity across music in film.