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Now that the2025 Oscarslineup is confirmed , it ’s clear than ever that this class ’s critic have sadly overtop plenty of amazing and deserve film . The2025 Oscars nomination bring shocking surprises , withThe Apprentice , September 5 , andI’m Still Heretaking the spots of what had been conceive as the strong competition for the backwash . Notably , Angelina Jolie ’s attack at make Oscars historywith her role as Maria Callas in Pablo Larraín’sMariaproved futile , and her probability of ever repeat her 2000s wins decreased exponentially .
Additionally , Zendaya ’s hopes for her first Oscar nominationhave been crushed , with one of her greatest performances yet give out to pull together the critics ' favour . From gripping dramatic event and visually stunning blockbuster to heartfelt indie darlings , many of 2024 ’s snubbed films also boast powerhouse performances from actor in career - determine role , while others push the very boundaries of filmmaking . Whether it was due to fierce competition , genre bias , or just bad luck , these movie merit a gibe at Oscar aura but were sadly left out .
15Nightbitch (2024)
Directed By Marielle Heller
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Amy Adam ’s raw and transformative execution as a suburban female parent embracing her animalistic instincts received quite some bombination this awards season , garner a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress and two Independent Spirit Award nominations . Despite the six - meter Oscar nominee ’s commitment to the role , Nightbitch ’s black funniness and revulsion elements proved a hit pulley-block to further recognition . Even ifAmy Adams wo n’t gain an Oscar forNightbitch , the dead body horror motion-picture show on the brutality of maternity is a bluff and undiscovered take on the topic , and merit more credit .
14Mufasa: The Lion King (2024)
Directed By Barry Jenkins
DespiteThe Lion King ’s Oscar history , Disney’sMufasa : The Lion Kingfell short of fasten a spot among this yr ’s challenger . The prequel was shortlist for Best Song with Lin - Manuel Miranda ’s " state Me It ’s You " and Best Visual Effects . Perhaps the movie could have changed its fate ifMufasa ’s Best Song pick had been unlike . Still , Mufasaoffers a enthralling experience , blending Miranda ’s aroused soundtrack , sensational visuals that improve on the 2019 remaking , and Barry Jenkins ' visionary storytelling . The film elevates dear characters , delivering a prequel full of essence and depth , even if it miss awards realization .
13The Outrun (2024)
Directed By Nora Fingscheidt
After have promising nominations from BAFTA and the British Independent Film Awards , The Outrunfailed to receive proper realisation at the Oscars . Four - time candidate Saoirse Ronan rescue a poignant portrait of an boozer on the track to recovery , while Nora Fingscheidt ’s impressive directorial debut demo intuitive and poetical storytelling inherent aptitude . The Outrun ’s focus on the landscape painting as a key character mold Rona ’s emotional journey is one of its greatest accomplishment , make it best accommodate for a big - screen ticker . Fingscheidt offer novel nuance to an extensively explored genre , utter forThe Outrun ’s great reassessment .
12The Room Next Door (2024)
Directed By Pablo Almodóvar
Pablo Almodóvar’sTheRoom Next Doorwon the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festivaland has received an extensive list of nomination , including Best Actress at the Golden Globes . Known for films likeThe Skin I Live In , the prize - gain ground director ’s English feature debut was predicted to makeTilda Swinton and Julianne Moore repeat Oscars history , as the seasoned adept raise this chronicle on the difficult matter of death . base on Sigrid Nunez’sWhat Are You Going Through , The Room Next Doorfeatures Almodovar ’s dramatic and colorful ocular style and rise as a notable addition to his extensive filmography .
11Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024)
Directed By George Miller
While George Miller’sMad Max : Fury Roadwon six Oscars , the managing director ’s prequel was strikingly overlooked . With an amazing critical answer , winning it a 90 % Rotten Tomatoes account , it ’s impressive thatFuriosa : A Mad Max Sagawasn’t shortlisted in any categoryfor this class ’s observance . anticipation had placed it as a strong contender in categories like Makeup and Hairstyling , Sound , Visual Effects , and Original Score . However , its absence seizure seems to stem from its perceived similarity to its predecessor rather than any lack of quality , asFuriosaremains a visually sensational and masterfully craft picture .
10Babygirl (2024)
Directed By Halina Reijn
A rising director , Halina Reijn has been breaking the stamp of genre conventions of muliebrity and sexuality with pictures such asBodies Bodies BodiesandInstinct . In her latest feature film , Reijn reaches young heights , asBabygirlis so much more than an erotic thriller . The film is cast anchor by Nicole Kidman , whose knock-down performance earned her the Best Actress award at the Venice Film Festival and a Golden Globe nomination . With such acclaim , Babygirlshould have get some nominations in the 2025 Oscars slipstream , acknowledging Reijn ’s position as a airy film producer .
9Queer (2024)
Directed By Luca Guadagnino
ThoughQueerwas predicted to win Daniel Craig an Oscar , it was shockingly provide out of the Oscars entirely . In the moving-picture show , the Bond histrion embody an American expat living in 1940s Mexico City who becomes intoxicatingly infatuate with a immature man , offering an alluring and noncompliant portrait of love . The acclaimed music director , Luca Guadagnino , paints the narrative with a surreal boundary , culminating in an unexpected third human activity . Despite its lack of award recognition , Queer ’s bluff approach and melancholy cinematography make it a worthwhile lookout and goes among Craig ’s bestand finest performances .
8Civil War (2024)
Directed By Alex Garland
Ex Machinawriter and director deliver another compelling characteristic film , and it does n’t disappoint . Civil War ’s reviewsdissect its tale lens , as the complicated and redolent topic is secern from the perspective of a radical of photojournalist who try their hardest to stay documentary when perhaps they should n’t . War photographer , Lee Smith , documents a country at war against itself with knock-down strength , remaining stoical in hopes that her actions serve a wider design . Kirsten Dunst shines in a calling - defining performance , bringing deepness to Smith ’s vulnerable interiorand reminding us why she rest one of the industry ’s finest talents .
7All We Imagine As Light (2024)
Directed By Payal Kapadia
In her 100 % Rotten Tomatoes film , managing director Payal Kapadia showcases an nonrational vision . Winner of Cannes ’s Grand Prize , and nominated at the Critics ' Choice Awards and BAFTA , All We Imagine as Lightwas predicted as a certain challenger for the external lineament category and Best Original Screenplayat the Oscars — however , the flick was n’t chosen as India ’s prescribed excerpt . Thoughreviews forAll We envisage As Lightnote its slow tempo , the film achieve more with less . Against the backdrop of Mumbai , it explores the intertwine life of three women ensnare in a oblivion State Department , whose unexpected connections inspire change .
6The Piano Lesson (2024)
Directed By Malcolm Washington
Denzel Washington ’s son writes and directs a motion picture on family bequest and intergenerational trauma unlike any other . Actress Danielle Deadwyler garnered nomination at the Critics ' Choice Awards and SAG Awards for her ghost performance , which equate the moving-picture show ’s feel to that of Jordan Peele’sGet Out . WhileThe Piano Lessoncould have unwrap an Oscar streak , it seems critic may have been deterred from recognizing the movie ’s large screenplay , directing , and cast because of its horror elements . Despite its feel absence from the ceremony ’s lineup , The Piano Lessonremains a touching and ferocious accomplishment .
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