Overlooked Oscar Gems: 5 Films Deserving Recognition

0:00In Durham, it's March 5th. Here's what is happening. The Academy Awards are less than two weeks away, bringing excitement for stars from films like Marty Supreme, one battle after another, and sinners. But Buzz is building around five overlaid gems from 2025 that many say deserve nominations. Take the testament of Anley, where Amanda Safreed plays the founder of the Shaker Movement in an epic historical musical. It dives into her life, preaching social and gender equality amid faith and followers. Critics loved its passion, yet it got no nods. Meanwhile, Jafar Pinahi's It was just an accident, earned a best international feature spot, but fans argue it belongs in best picture contention. This Iranian thriller follows a mechanic seeking revenge on a suspected torturer, blending tension with sharp jabs at authoritarianism right up to A, stunning end. Part Chan looks no other choice mixes dark comedy and thrills as a desperate South Korean dad, played by Lee Young-Hun, targets job rivals in a wild,

1:03corporate satire. It's clever camera work and biting take on the rat race wild reviewers, calling it one of his best. Other snubs include, If I had legs, I kick you, a chaotic look at a mom's breakdown with Rose Byrne and Christian Slater, and Eddington, Ari Asters. Hybrid Western starring Joaquin Phoenix that nails pandemic era divides and cultural clashes. These films highlight bold storytelling, the Oscars missed. The Daily News Now is presented by our sponsor. Your favorite podcasts, music, or sleep sounds coming from your pillow. No earbuds, no distractions, just listen and relax. S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com