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Austria's Oscar Hope: A Woman Disguised as a Man
14 Aug
Summary
- Sandra Hüller stars in the period drama 'Rose' for Austria's Oscar submission.
- The film depicts a woman passing as a man in 17th Century rural Germany.
- Hüller previously earned an Oscar nomination for 'Anatomy of a Fall' in 2024.
Austria has officially entered the 2027 Academy Awards race, choosing the Sandra Hüller-starrer 'Rose' for the Best International Feature Film category. Directed by Markus Schleinzer, the black-and-white drama transports viewers to 17th Century rural Germany.
In 'Rose,' Hüller portrays a woman who adopts a male identity to become a farmer, a life path otherwise inaccessible to women of that era. The character is a fictional composite based on numerous historical accounts. The film had its premiere at the Berlin Film Festival, earning Hüller a Silver Bear for Best Lead Performance.
Sandra Hüller is a recognized talent, having been nominated for Best Actress at the 2024 Oscars for 'Anatomy of a Fall' and starring in the Oscar-winning 'The Zone of Interest' that same year. 'Rose' will be released in North America and other territories by Mubi.
The shortlist for the Best International Feature Film category will be revealed on December 15, followed by the five nominees on January 21, 2027. The 99th Academy Awards ceremony is scheduled for March 14, 2027.
