Brady Corbet’s *The Brutalist* is a critically acclaimed historical epic starring Adrien Brody, exploring themes of survival, art, and the immigrant experience. The film's use of AI technology has sparked debate, adding to its significance in the awards season.
The 2025 Oscar nominations have spotlighted 'Emilia Pérez', a French-Spanish musical film with 13 nominations, including Best Picture and Best Actress for Karla Sofía Gascón, potentially the first openly trans actor to win an Oscar. Directed by Jacques Audiard, the film explores the story of a Mexican drug cartel leader's gender transition, starring Zoe Saldaña and Selena Gomez. Despite its critical acclaim, the film faces backlash for its portrayal of trans identity and the use of AI in enhancing Gascón’s singing voice, sparking debates on representation and ethics in filmmaking.