Saldana acted inEmilia Perez, a popular movie musical-crime film fraught with controversybut a shoo-in for the awards.

No one shines quite as bright as Zoe Saldana.

Both of the actors were predicted winners weeks ahead of the 2025 Oscars.

Mikey Madison looking upset in Anora

Although their wins weren’t surprising, their achievements deserve attention.

Saldana and Culkin’s wins complete their awards sweep, adding them to a select group of actors.

As per usual, all kinds of records were broken at the 2025 Oscars.

Miles Caton smiling with a guitar as Sammie in Sinners

So, here is a full breakdown of each record that was broken at the Academy Awards.

However, it doesn’t change how impressive the sweep is.

A Real Pain explores themes of identity and loss as two estranged families confront their shared and tumultuous pasts.

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Actress Zoe Saldaña as Rita looking unhappy in Emilia Pérez.

Three Oscar statuettes stand in a line.

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Anora’s life takes a dramatic twist when she impulsively marries the son of a Russian oligarch, catapulting her from the streets of Brooklyn to a world of opulence and scrutiny. As her new in-laws arrive with plans to dismantle the hasty union, Anora must navigate the cultural and social chasms between her past and her present. The film, directed by Sean Baker, masterfully blends sharp social commentary with heartfelt drama, painting a vivid picture of love, identity, and the unexpected consequences of a fairytale gone awry.

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A Real Pain Official Poster

A Real Pain explores themes of identity and loss as two estranged families confront their shared and tumultuous pasts. Through intertwining narratives, the film delves into the complexities of familial relationships and the enduring impact of unresolved grief.

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