The Academy has once again thrown us a curveball with the 2025 Oscar nominations. Just when you think you've got them figured out, they remind you that predictability isn't in their playbook. Let's dissect these unexpected nods and what they signal for the cinematic landscape ahead.
First up, "Emilia Pérez." A Spanish-language musical about a transgender gangster isn't exactly what you'd peg as Oscar bait. Yet, here it stands with a staggering 13 nominations, setting a new record for non-English language films. Karla Sofía Gascón's nomination as the first openly transgender performer is a landmark moment. This could be a sign that the Academy is finally broadening its horizons, embracing s...