Full Oscars 2025 Nominations List

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Full Oscars 2025 Nominations List: My Wild Predictions (and a Few Tears)

Okay, friends, buckle up. It's that time again – Oscar season is creeping up on us faster than I can polish my imaginary golden statue. While the actual nominations are still months away (as of writing this, obviously!), I'm itching to put on my prognosticator hat and lay down some bold predictions for the Oscars 2025. I've been following movies like a hawk all year, and let me tell you, it's been a rollercoaster!

My Totally Unofficial (But Seriously Thought-Out) Predictions

First off, let's talk Best Picture. This category is always a nail-biter. My gut tells me we're looking at a real showdown. I think "Asteroid City" (Wes Anderson, obviously) will be a strong contender; it's got that quirky charm that often wins over the Academy. But don't count out the potential for a surprise dark horse—maybe some indie gem that's completely blown me away. I've been so wrong before, trust me! Last year, I swore "The Batman" was a lock, and…well, let's just say I ate crow.

Then there's Best Director. I'm putting my money (okay, my hypothetical money) on Greta Gerwig for whatever she directs next. Her movies just hit differently. She's an absolute genius, and I predict an amazing performance. And there is always that one director that comes from nowhere and completely surprises everybody. Remember that? Yeah, me neither. It's always hard to predict.

The Acting Categories: A Minefield of Talent

Best Actor is a tough one. I'm seeing a lot of buzz around several actors, but honestly, I could be completely off base. Picking this early is a gamble. I'm going to stick my neck out and guess that it will be a really close competition that could go either way. I have no idea who'll win.

Best Actress, now that's a category I feel confident about. There are a lot of amazing actresses out there. I have no idea who will even be nominated. Last year, I was way off base—I was certain that "M3gan" would be nominated for Best Picture (a totally realistic prediction, obviously). I was wrong! Completely, utterly wrong. So, I'm keeping my predictions very vague.

What I Learned (the Hard Way): My Oscar Prediction Fail

Let me tell you a story about my Oscar prediction fail last year. I bet a significant amount of hypothetical money on what I thought was a sure winner for Best Original Song, this amazing, tear-jerking song. Spoiler alert: It lost! I was devastated. It taught me a valuable lesson: never underestimate the Academy's unpredictable nature and be prepared to be surprised. You've got to be realistic and flexible.

Tips for Your Own Oscar Predictions

So, here's the deal: Want to play along? Here's my advice:

1. Do your homework: Watch as many eligible films as possible. There is a big list, and the more you watch the more accurate you can be. You have to take time and watch those films!
2. Follow the buzz: Pay attention to awards season chatter. The internet is your best friend. Check out award news sites and forums.
3. Don't be afraid to be wrong: Embrace the uncertainty. It's half the fun! The Academy is fickle; they do whatever they want. Don't be attached to your predictions!
4. Have fun: It's all just a bit of a fun game and an exciting time to guess and chat with your friends.

The Oscars are always exciting. And no matter what happens, remember to enjoy the show, and who knows, maybe next year, my predictions will actually be somewhat accurate! Wish me luck!