- "Emilia Pérez" or Should We Convene a Conclave?
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Get ready for a captivating evening filled with drama, suspense, and glamour! The 97th Academy Awards, also known as Hollywood's Big Night, is set to take place on March 2nd at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Despite the devastating wildfires that hit the city in January, claiming at least 29 lives and reducing entire neighborhoods to ashes, the Academy insists on hosting the ceremony.
The award ceremony will commence at 4:00 PM local time (1:00 AM CET on March 3rd) with US comedian Conan O'Brien (61) as the host, marking his debut on the Oscar stage. Advanced technology and innovative approaches will be utilized to ensure a memorable, engaging experience for viewers around the world.
In Germany, ProSieben will broadcast the ceremony live from Los Angeles for the 27th time, starting at 11:45 PM CET on Sunday. Steven Gätjen will moderate from the red carpet, while Joyn, the in-house streaming platform of ProSiebenSat.1, will start at 10:30 PM. Disney+, a popular streaming service in Germany, will also show the Oscar show for the first time, beginning at 1:00 AM.
This year, exciting thrillers, heart-wrenching dramas, and jaw-dropping musicals compete for the prestigious Best Picture award. Some of the notable nominations include "Emilia Pérez", a musical thriller with 13 nominations, "The Brutalist", a drama with 10 nominations, and "Wicked", a fascinating film musical that received the same number of nods.
German talents share the stage with their international counterparts as well. "The Seed of the Holy Fig Tree", an Iranian film by Mohammad Rasoulof, who resides in Hamburg, is nominated for the Best International Feature category. Another contender, "Conclave" by Wolfsburg-born director Edward Berger, is among the top 10 nominations for the Best Film category.
The acting categories boast a diverse group of talented nominees, including Adrien Brody, Timothée Chalamet, Ralph Fiennes, Kieran Culkin, Cynthia Erivo, Demi Moore, Ariana Grande, Felicity Jones, Isabella Rossellini, and Zoe Saldana. German productions and talents, such as the drama "The Seed of the Holy Fig Tree" and visual effects artist Gerd Nefzer, also have a good chance at securing trophies.
Host Conan O'Brien has an exciting lineup of Presenters and helpers, including Harrison Ford, Zoe Saldana, Selena Gomez, Lily-Rose Depp, Oprah Winfrey, Penélope Cruz, Scarlett Johansson, Willem Dafoe, Emma Stone, Cillian Murphy, and Robert Downey Jr. Even the winners of the 2024 Best Actor and Supporting Actor Oscars will distribute trophies at this year's ceremony.
The organizers have planned exciting additions to the ceremony, such as personal reflections from songwriters instead of live performances of the nominated songs. However, the absence of musical numbers is unlikely, as the film academy has announced prominent musicians, including Doja Cat, Raye, and Blackpink's Lalisa Manoban, to perform during the show.
Celebrating the resilience of Los Angeles after the wildfires, the Academy will pay tribute to the victims, firefighters, helpers, and the film community. Previous award ceremonies have set a high bar, and this year's event promises to be just as exhilarating and unforgettable.
So, grab your popcorn and cheer on your favorites as you tune in for Hollywood's Big Night!
I'm not going to miss the live broadcast of the Oscars on ProSieben, even if it means staying up late. The temperatures in Los Angeles during the Oscars are usually quite pleasant, which is a stark contrast to the cold nights in Germany. Ariana Grande, among other talented actors, is nominated for an Oscar this year, adding an extra layer of excitement to the event.
