Many main movies from 2024 had been nominated for the 2025 Oscars, together with Depraved. The movie, a prequel to The Wizard of Oz, had a particular night time on Sunday, March 2, 2025, receiving recognition not solely by way of nominations but in addition with a particular efficiency by its stars, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. They carried out songs from the Oz universe, together with “Someplace Over the Rainbow,” “Residence,” and fan favourite “Defying Gravity.” Their efficiency was an emotional spotlight, transferring their co-star Michelle Yeoh to tears.
The movie has touched many hearts, together with Ariana’s. Throughout a podcast interview on Las Culturistas, she mirrored on her love for musical theater, saying, “I’m gonna say one thing so scary — it’s gonna scare absolutely the s— out of my followers and everybody, however I really like them, and so they’ll deal, and we’ll be right here ceaselessly. I’m at all times going to make music, I’m at all times going to go on stage, I’m at all times going to do pop stuff, I pinky promise. However I don’t suppose doing it on the charge I’ve been doing it for the previous 10 years is the place I see the following 10 years.”
Depraved’s Oscar Nominations
The movie obtained 10 nominations on the 2025 Oscars, together with Greatest Image, Costume Design, Modifying, Visible Results, Sound, Authentic Rating, Hair and Make-up Styling, and Manufacturing Design. Cynthia was nominated for Greatest Actress, whereas Ariana was nominated for Greatest Supporting Actress.
Did Depraved Win Any Oscars?
Out of its 10 nominations, Depraved received two Oscars—Greatest Manufacturing Design and Greatest Costume Design. Paul Tazewell made historical past by changing into the primary Black man to win Greatest Costume Design. In his acceptance speech, he mentioned, “That is completely astounding. Thanks, Academy, for this very vital honor. I’m the primary Black man to obtain a dressing up design award for my work on Depraved.” He continued, “Thanks everybody within the U.Okay. for all of your stunning work. I couldn’t have performed this with out you. And to my Oz-ian muses, Cynthia and Ariana, I really like you a lot.”
Who Received Greatest Actress?
Mikey Madison received Greatest Actress for her position in Anora.
Who Received Greatest Supporting Actress?
Zoë Saldaña received Greatest Supporting Actress for her position in Emilia Perez.
