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2025 Oscars: Anora and Wicked Lead Amid Wildfires

1/16/2025

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As the 2025 Oscar race heats up, frontrunners Anora and Wicked are capturing attention, despite wildfires in Los Angeles disrupting campaigns and prompting the Academy to extend ballot returns. With Anora and The Brutalist leading the Best Picture predictions, Sean Baker and Brady Corbet are emerging as top contenders for Best Director.

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Story summary

As the 2025 Oscar race heats up, frontrunners Anora and Wicked are capturing attention, despite wildfires in Los Angeles disrupting campaigns and prompting the Academy to extend ballot returns. With Anora and The Brutalist leading the Best Picture predictions, Sean Baker and Brady Corbet are emerging as top contenders for Best Director.