The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is set to unveil its shortlists in 10 categories for the upcoming Academy Awards on December 17, marking a notable increase in the shortlist for best original score from 15 to 20 nominations. However, the shortlist for best original song will remain unchanged at 15 nominations.
The nominations voting will take place from January 8 to 12, with the final nominations announced on January 17. The final round of voting will occur from February 11 to 18, leading up to the Oscars ceremony scheduled for March 2, 2025.
In the category of Best Original Song, various artists are highlighted, including:
– “Forbidden Road” by Sacha Skarbek, Freddy Wexler, and Robbie Williams from the biographical film Better Man.
– “Winter Coat” featuring Nicholas Britell, Steve McQueen, and Taura Stinson, which showcases Stinson’s bid to co-lead nominations for Black women in this category.
– “Never Too Late” composed by the legendary Elton John among others, demonstrating his continued influence in the industry.
Additional contenders include Pharrell Williams for two songs in the animated film Piece by Piece, and Diane Warren whose nomination for “The Journey” could tie her for the record with the longest consecutive nominations streak in the history of the category.
In the Best Original Score category, noteworthy entries include:
– Benjamin Wallfisch’s work in Alien: Romulus, marking his first potential nomination.
– Hans Zimmer for Blitz, adding to his already impressive Oscar history.
– Clément Ducol and Camille Dalmais’s dual contributions for Emilia Pérez, showcasing their versatility and creative partnership.
There are also exciting debut nominations possible for newcomers like Andrea Datzman, the first woman to score a Pixar film with Inside Out 2, and Tamar-kali for The Fire Inside.
This year’s Academy Awards promise a diverse array of talent, blending established icons with emerging creators, fostering a hopeful landscape for the future of film music.
In summary, the changes to the shortlist structure indicate a progressive approach by the Academy, enhancing competition and representation in music categories, and suggesting a vibrant future for original scores and songs in film. The anticipation surrounding diverse nominations offers a positive outlook for the creativity embedded within the cinematic arts.