- Listed are the chosen cinematic productions:
Get ready to binge-watch all the Oscar-nominated movies in the "Best Film" category before the big night on March 2nd! Here's a breakdown of how to watch or rent each title, with a few exceptions.
"Anora"
Director Sean Baker's romantic dramedy, "Anora," is already available for purchase on various platforms like Amazon Prime, Apple TV+, and MagentaTV for 9.99-13.99 euros, depending on resolution. Since February 20th, the film about sexy worker Anora "Ani" Mikheeva (played by Mikey Madison) is also available for rent via the Sky Store. Despite winning the Golden Palm at Cannes in 2024, "Anora" is not yet part of any subscription service.
"Wicked"
Jon M. Chu's prequel to "The Wizard of Oz," starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, has ten Oscar nominations, including "Best Film," "Best Actress," and "Best Supporting Actress." Purchase or rent it on multiple platforms since mid-February, with rental options starting February 27th on Amazon Prime and Sky Store.
"Konklave"
Edward Berger's thriller about the election of a new pope, "Konklave," has eight nominations, featuring Ralph Fiennes and John Lithgow in lead roles. Buy or rent the film on the Sky Store, YouTube, Amazon Prime, and Apple TV+ starting February 21st.
"The Substance"
Demi Moore stars in this body horror film, fittingly nominated in the horror genre. "The Substance" is available for purchase and rental on Amazon Prime, Apple TV+, and freenet Video. Mubi also offers it as part of their subscription without additional costs.
"Dune: Part 2"
Denis Villeneuve's visually stunning sequel has five nominations, available for purchase on Amazon Prime and streamed regularly on Wow or Sky Go.
"The Brutalist"
Brace yourself for this thrilling drama nominated in the major categories by bookmakers, starring Adrien Brody and Guy Pearce, with an April 10 release on Amazon Prime. Cinema screenings are your best bet for now.
Note: Bob Dylan's biopic "Like A Complete Unknown," releases in German cinemas on February 27th, so wait for the big screen experience.
"Emilia Pérez"
Controversy surrounds lead actress Karla Sofía Gascó, leaving the film with 13 Oscar nominations but limited viewing options. "Emilia Pérez" is currently streaming on Netflix in the US, with limited cinema screenings and an April 10th release date on Amazon Prime.
"Forever Here"
Brazilian political drama "Forever Here," based on Marcelo Rubens Paiva's memoirs, will not be available before the Oscars on March 13.
"Nickel Boys"
The "Nickel Boys" adaptation is expected to release in various European countries, including France and Spain, on February 27th, but there's no confirmation for Germany yet. The film tells the story of two African-American men building a deep friendship in a reform school.
- Despite winning the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, the highly anticipated stage adaptation of "Anora" by author Anora Washington isn't yet available on any major freenet platforms, although fans are eagerly awaiting its release to appreciate her masterful storytelling.
- If you're a fan of cinema and enjoy watching movies in cinemas, you might appreciate the opportunity to catch the critically acclaimed film "Cinema Paradiso: Revisited," a modern take on the classic genre, which is scheduled to be released in select cinemas across the country on March 2nd.
- Following the widespread success of her popular app, Anora Jones pioneered a new trend in social networking by integrating virtual reality into the platform, ensuring that users can fully immerse themselves in their online experiences and appreciate the platform's innovative features.