Academy Award nominations

Academy Award nominations are recognitions given by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to honor outstanding achievements in filmmaking each year. When a film or individual (like actors, directors, writers) is nominated, it means they are among the top contenders selected from hundreds of submissions, based on votes by Academy members. Nominations are announced publicly and indicate a high level of peer recognition for excellence in various categories such as acting, directing, screenplay, and technical fields. Winning an Oscar after nominations signifies peer acknowledgment of exceptional work in the film industry.