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The 2025 Oscar nominations are finally here ! During a live broadcast, Comedians Bowen Yang and Rachel Sennott revealed the 2025 Academy Award nominees. In this week’s blog, we wanted to talk about the various films that stole the spotlight this year, with a focus on the category of Best Documentary Feature. Blockbusters, dramas, and movies with well-known actors often get the most attention during award season, with good reason. But, we wanted to give some extra love to the documentary features that are educational, raw, and eye-opening.  Leading the pack is Netflix's Emilia Pérez , a musical about a trans drug lord in Mexico, which earned 13 nominations, including Best Picture , Best Actress for Karla Sofía Gascón, Best Supporting Actress for Zoe Saldaña , and Best Director for Jacques Audiard. Wicked and The Brutalist were close behind, each securing 10 nominations . Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande received acting nods for their roles in Wicked . At the same time, Adrien Brody...

The 2024 Oscars nominations are in! The Oscars are a celebration of excellence in filmmaking. From directors and actors to writers and designers , the awards recognize the talent and dedication that go into creating unforgettable cinematic experiences. In recent years, the Oscars have undergone a necessary transformation, placing a spotlight on diversity and representation . From recognizing films that tell stories from underrepresented communities to celebrating filmmakers and actors breaking barriers.  Join us as we highlight two remarkable films available on TheArchive – Sin’s Kitchen , starring the 2024 Oscar nominee Jeffrey Wright , and the Oscar-winning documentary The Long Way Home , featuring the legendary Morgan Freeman . These films not only showcase exceptional storytelling, but also align with the Oscars' commitment to diverse narratives and groundbreaking performances. Jeffrey Wright earned his very first Oscar nomination on Tuesday for his standout lead role in Ame...