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Oscars 2025: Top Films Snubbed by Academy
5 Mar
Summary
- Five exceptional films from 2025 were overlooked by the Academy Awards.
- The Testament of Ann Lee features Amanda Seyfried in a career-best role.
- Jafar Panahi's It Was Just an Accident is praised for its political commentary.
As Hollywood's biggest night approaches, several exceptional films from 2025 have been overlooked by the Academy Awards. "The Testament of Ann Lee," a historical musical starring Amanda Seyfried as the founder of the Shaker movement, has been recognized for its ambitious direction and Seyfried's tour-de-force performance.
Jafar Panahi's "It Was Just an Accident," while nominated for Best International Feature, is also highlighted as a deserving Best Picture contender for its sharp political critique and thrilling narrative. South Korean director Park Chan-wook's "No Other Choice" is lauded as a masterful blend of dark comedy and thriller, offering a biting commentary on the corporate world.
"If I Had Legs I'd Kick You" is described as an anxiety-inducing portrayal of motherhood and stress, earning praise for Rose Byrne's revelatory performance. Lastly, "Eddington" is recognized for its astute satire of contemporary cultural and political absurdities, blending genres into a compelling social thriller that captures the spirit of the current moment.
