98th Academy Awards Oscars Shortlists Released

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Twelve Academy Awards Oscars shortlists have been released, including those for soundtrack and animation categories
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[Tvjunkies]

Some of the names surprised me, like KPop Demon Hunters getting in with “Golden.” I didn’t expect a KPop group to even make it onto an Oscar shortlist. It makes me feel like the Academy is trying to be more open to different kinds of music instead of just classic movie scores. I’m curious to see if something really mainstream will win, or if they’ll go with a smaller, unique score. Either way, the music categories feel more competitive than ever. I also like that both song and score are separate, so the recognition is fair to the composers and artists.

 

[Ryan Duckling]

I’ve been following the animated short category, and I’m glad they finally released the shortlist. Some titles like Éiru and The Shyness of Trees sound interesting just from the names. I wish the feature animation shortlist was out too because those films are usually the ones people talk about. I think short films are underrated, so it’s nice they get some spotlight. I’ll probably try to watch a few of these before the nominations come out. The variety seems promising, from nature stories to more experimental animation.

 

[Galinda]

I find it strange that they added a casting category this year. It makes sense in theory, but it’s not something I usually think about when watching a movie. I’m curious how the voters decide which casting is the best. Movies like Frankenstein and Wicked: For Good make sense to me, but I wonder if a film with less-known actors has a chance to win. It could be a cool way to reward films that put a lot of thought into matching actors to roles, especially when it changes how the story feels.

 

[RedditBannedMe]

The international feature shortlist looks solid. I’m happy to see a variety of countries represented, from Jordan to Taiwan. It’s nice that the Academy includes smaller countries, not just the usual France or Italy. I feel like this is one category where I can genuinely discover a film I wouldn’t have seen otherwise. Sirât from Spain caught my attention, and the idea of hearing perspectives from places like Palestine or Iraq in a global awards setting is something I really appreciate.

 

[2cyn]

I noticed Avatar: Fire and Ash is on multiple shortlists—soundtrack, visual effects, and sound. That’s not surprising given how big the production is. I feel like the film is going to dominate in technical categories. It might overshadow smaller movies that did amazing work in these areas, but it also shows how advanced technology can add to the storytelling. I hope some smaller films still get recognition elsewhere so the awards don’t feel too predictable.

 

[Death Dance]

Titles like Armed Only with a Camera and All the Empty Rooms suggest they’re tackling real and difficult issues. I like that the Academy is moving beyond celebrity-focused documentaries and highlighting stories that matter. These are the kinds of films that stay with you longer, and I feel like sometimes short or feature documentaries make more of an impact than big blockbusters. I’ll try to watch some before the nominations.

 

[Vic]

I think the sound and music categories are more exciting than ever. With movies like Tron: Ares and Sinners appearing multiple times, I feel like we could see unexpected winners. Sometimes, the Academy picks something really subtle that doesn’t get a lot of attention before the ceremony. I enjoy guessing which one will take the trophy because it’s rarely obvious. Listening to the shortlists feels like a mini preview of the Oscars themselves.

 

[FalconPunch77]

Honestly, I wish they had released all the shortlists at once. Waiting a month for the nominations feels too long. Some of the categories, like cinematography or makeup, might have been fun to speculate about earlier. It would’ve been nice to see the full picture and compare everything at once instead of piecing it together gradually. I guess the suspense is part of the Oscars tradition, but I prefer having all the information at once so I can talk about it with friends.

 

[BROOKE]

The live-action short films shortlist is really intriguing. Some of the titles sound bizarre, like Two People Exchanging Saliva or Jane Austen’s Period Drama, which makes me wonder about the stories. I like that short films get this recognition because they are often more creative than full-length features. They’re usually risky projects where filmmakers can try unusual ideas. I’ll try to watch a few online and see which ones feel most deserving before the official nominations.