76 Films from the 2017 Oscar Race

Hollywood, 1958. Marla Mabrey, a small-town beauty queen and devout Baptist, arrives in Los Angeles under contract to the powerful Howard Hughes. At the airport, she meets Frank Forbes, her driver. Frank is a deeply religious Methodist, engaged to his…

In a poor neighborhood where faith and drug dealing coexist, Dounia craves power and achievement. With her close friend Maimouna's encouragement, she aims to emulate Rebecca, a well-regarded drug trafficker. However, her meeting with Djigui, a young dancer with a…

Ove, a curmudgeonly 59-year-old recently ousted from his condominium association presidency, maintains a watchful, strict eye over his neighborhood. The arrival of pregnant Parvaneh and her family next door, and a subsequent accidental collision with Ove's mailbox, unexpectedly disrupts his…

Following the death of their 21-year-old son, Tonio, in a car accident, his novelist parents are overwhelmed by grief and regret at losing their only child.

When Michèle, the CEO of a gaming software company, is attacked at home by a stranger, she's determined to maintain control of her carefully structured world. She navigates family issues while simultaneously being pursued by her stalker in a dangerous…

Louis, a writer with a terminal illness, comes back to his family after being away for a while to share the news that he is dying.

Florence Foster Jenkins, a wealthy New Yorker, passionately pursued her dream of being an opera singer, even though she possessed a truly awful voice.

This comedy centers on a group of friends learning to handle the joys and challenges of being truly independent.

Emad and Rana are displaced from their apartment because of risky construction next door and relocate to a new home in central Tehran. An event connected to the previous occupant of their new apartment profoundly alters the lives of the…

Mia, an actress hoping for her big break, works as a barista for celebrities between auditions. Sebastian, a jazz musician, plays small gigs to make ends meet. As they both start to achieve their goals, they face choices that strain…

Wade Wilson, a former Special Forces operative working as a mercenary, gains accelerated healing powers after a dangerous experiment. He then becomes Deadpool, using his abilities and a darkly humorous personality to pursue the person responsible for ruining his life.

This film chronicles the days following President John F. Kennedy's assassination in 1963, focusing on the experiences of First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy. It depicts her life in the immediate aftermath of the tragedy.

This is a poignant story about a young man's journey to self-discovery, shown through three key periods in his life. It follows his experiences with love – the joy, heartbreak, and beauty – as he also comes to terms with…

This is the true story of how Ray Kroc, an Illinois salesman, encountered Mac and Dick McDonald, who were operating a successful burger restaurant in Southern California during the 1950s. Kroc was drawn to their efficient food preparation and recognized…

This film is a sweeping exploration of the universe, charting its history from beginning to end. It examines everything that led to the world we know today: the interplay of science and spirituality, the cycles of life and death, and…

This wordless film chronicles a castaway's journey through the key phases of life while stranded on a deserted tropical island inhabited by turtles, crabs, and birds.

A British military officer leading a highly classified drone operation in Kenya to capture suspected terrorists learns the targets intend to carry out a suicide bombing. The mission shifts from capture to lethal force just as American pilot Steve Watts…

This is the true story of David Packouz and Efraim Diveroli, two young men who secured a $300 million deal with the Pentagon to supply weapons to American allies in Afghanistan.

Following a horrific terrorist attack, Police Sergeant Tommy Saunders joins survivors, first responders, and investigators in a desperate effort to find the Boston Marathon bombers before they attack again.

The film documents life on Lampedusa, an Italian island directly impacted by the European migrant crisis.

The film follows Julieta through three decades, beginning with a hopeful 1985 and culminating in 2015, when her life seems shattered and she teeters on the edge of losing her mind.

In April 1940, German soldiers invade Oslo, forcing the King of Norway to make a pivotal decision that will reshape his nation's future. *The King's Choice* recounts the three most critical days in Norway's past: the royal family's flight and…

In ancient Polynesia, a curse brought on by Maui descends upon an island, prompting a spirited Chieftain's daughter to journey across the ocean and find the demigod who can lift it.

To save their family farm in West Texas, a divorced father and his ex-con brother hatch a risky plan.

Best friends in high school, two girls' lives become complicated when one begins dating the other's older brother – a guy who has always been at odds with his sister.

Following his mother's passing, Zucchini connects with a compassionate police officer named Raymond, who goes with him to a new foster home housing other children his age. There, Zucchini forges bonds with these new friends and gradually learns to trust…

Officer Judy Hopps, the first rabbit on the Zootopia police force, is eager to prove herself. She gets her opportunity when she's assigned to a case and must team up with con artist fox Nick Wilde to solve it.

This is the story of Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson – exceptional African-American women who worked at NASA and were essential to the success of the historic John Glenn orbital flight. These pioneering women broke barriers and…

Summer 1962. Olli Mäki, a Finnish boxer, is on the verge of winning the world featherweight championship. He's traveled from the countryside to Helsinki, and everything is set for him to achieve fame and wealth. All he needs to do…

During Prohibition, a crew of Boston gangsters moves their operations to Florida's warm climate. They navigate rival criminal organizations and the dangers posed by the Ku Klux Klan.

In a near-future dystopia, the city mandates that single individuals be sent to The Hotel. There, they have forty-five days to find a romantic partner. Failure to do so results in a transformation into an animal and exile to The…

This is the story of O.J. Simpson, from his fame to his downfall. His highly publicized murder trial brought deep racial divisions in America to the forefront, exposing a nation struggling with its own fractures.

In 17th-century Japan, two Portuguese Jesuit priests journey to find their mentor. He is believed to have renounced his faith, and the priests also aim to spread Catholicism.

In 1941, France exists as if it's still in the 1800s, powered by steam and ruled by Napoleon V. A teenage girl named Avril embarks on a quest to find her parents, who have disappeared.

After a brutal battle in Iraq, 19-year-old Billy Lynn returns to the United States for a celebratory tour. The film uses flashbacks to depict the true events of the conflict faced by Billy's unit, highlighting the stark contrast between the…

Following the arrival of alien spacecraft globally, a leading linguist is brought in by the military to assess the intentions of the extraterrestrial visitors – to determine if they pose a danger or offer a peaceful presence.

Director Raoul Peck uses James Baldwin's unfinished final novel as a starting point for a film exploring the experience of being Black in America.

This gripping documentary follows wildlife activists and investigators as they risk everything to combat the illegal trade in African ivory.

Dory reunites with her friends Nemo and Marlin as they search for clues about her origins. She struggles to recall her past, questioning her parents' identity and the mysterious ability to communicate with whales.

In 1980s Dublin, a young boy uses his music to cope with a difficult home life and gain the attention of a girl he's drawn to. He forms a band as a way to connect with her.

In January 2009, Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger successfully landed a disabled plane on the Hudson River, saving all 155 people on board. While celebrated as a hero for his extraordinary skill, an investigation began that posed a serious threat to…

Armando, a 50-year-old man, hires young men in Caracas for companionship. His life takes an unexpected turn when he meets Elder, a 17-year-old who leads a criminal gang, and this encounter profoundly alters both of their futures.

Lady Susan Vernon, a charming but manipulative woman, goes to live with her in-laws to avoid gossip about her past and to arrange marriages for herself and her daughter. Her plans are disrupted by two attractive young men: the handsome…

At three years old, Owen Suskind, a lively and talkative child, suddenly stopped speaking and began to withdraw into autism. Almost four years later, he seemed unresponsive to everything except Disney movies. Then, his father, using a puppet of Iago,…

During the Battle of Okinawa in World War II, Desmond T. Doss, an American Army medic, refuses to take a life on religious grounds. He becomes the first conscientious objector in U.S. History to be awarded the Congressional Medal of…

This is the true story of Vinny Pazienza, a world champion boxer who faced the ultimate challenge when a serious car accident left him uncertain if he would ever walk again. He then embarked on one of sports' most remarkable…

A successful neurologist returns from Paris and picks up his wife for a family gathering. They're headed to his mother's apartment for a meal honoring his father, who passed away the previous year. At the apartment, guests are gathered, awaiting…

Buster, a koala, asks his best friend for help promoting his theater with a singing competition.

Twelve-year-old Conor meets a mysterious tree monster who offers him guidance as he struggles with his mother's serious illness and experiences bullying at school.

A spaceship carrying thousands of colonists to a faraway planet experiences a problem with its hibernation pods. Unexpectedly, two passengers are awakened ninety years before their scheduled arrival.

Twenty years after leaving him, Susan Morrow receives a manuscript from her ex-husband, requesting her feedback. While reading it, she becomes engrossed in the story of Tony Hastings, a mathematics professor whose family vacation takes a dangerous turn.

Kenny Wells, a resourceful and ambitious modern-day prospector, is searching for his big opportunity. With limited choices remaining, Wells joins forces with a fellow geologist who has also had bad luck. Together, they embark on an ambitious, final attempt to…

Ricky, a rebellious city youth, flees with his grumpy foster uncle into the remote forests of New Zealand. This sparks a nationwide search, compelling them to overcome their contrasting personalities and rely on each other for survival.

In 1930s Hollywood, a young man arrives with dreams of a career in film. He falls in love and becomes immersed in the lively café culture that shaped the era.

In the Pacific Northwest wilderness, a father dedicated to a strict, physically and intellectually demanding upbringing for his six children must venture into the outside world. This journey forces him to reconsider his beliefs about parenthood.

When former New Orleans Saints player Steve Gleason, 34, is diagnosed with ALS and told he has only two to five years to live, his wife Michel reveals she's pregnant with their first child. What begins as a video journal…

This documentary offers an unprecedented, behind-the-scenes view of Anthony Weiner's 2013 bid to become New York City mayor. It follows his campaign after the fallout from his sexting scandal. The film features complete access to Weiner and his team.

A father believes his daughter has lost her sense of humor, so he unexpectedly visits her while she's living in another country and overwhelms her with silly jokes.

Following his brother's death, Lee Chandler returns home to care for his 16-year-old nephew. This forces him to confront a painful history that drove him away from his family and the place he grew up.

In Calcutta, a five-year-old Indian boy becomes separated from his family and must navigate the city's streets alone. He faces numerous hardships but is eventually adopted by an Australian couple. Twenty-five years later, he embarks on a journey to reunite…

In 1831, Nat Turner, an enslaved man in Virginia, sparks a rebellion aimed at freeing African Americans. The uprising triggers a brutal backlash from white society.

In 1979 Santa Barbara, California, Dorothea Fields, a determined single mother in her mid-50s, is raising her teenage son, Jamie, during a time of significant cultural shifts and youthful rebellion. Dorothea seeks assistance from two younger women: Abbie, a free-spirited…

Kubo captivates his village with his ability to bring stories to life through origami. But when he accidentally summons a vengeful spirit, Kubo is thrust into an adventure. He must uncover the truth about his samurai father and his legendary…

The film follows Aisholpan, a 13-year-old girl, as she trains to become the first woman in her family's twelve-generation history to become an eagle hunter. She strives to reach the highest level of a tradition traditionally passed down from father…

CAMERAPERSON is a visually striking memoir that uses filmmaker Kirsten Johnson's existing footage to explore moments that have deeply impacted her. The film reframes these scenes, transforming their original presentation into a personal story about journey, filmmaking, and genuine human…

After Germany's surrender in May 1945, a group of young German prisoners of war are transferred to Denmark and then sent to the West Coast. There, they are tasked with clearing over two million German landmines from the beaches. Under…

In 1958 Virginia, interracial marriage was illegal and widely condemned. Richard and Mildred Loving's love exists under a constant barrage of disapproval and scrutiny. Their marriage is met with arrest, prompting them to challenge the law in the Supreme Court,…

This historical drama, set during World War II, follows three individuals whose lives become intertwined: a Russian aristocrat who fled to France and joined the resistance, a French person who collaborates with the enemy, and a prominent German SS officer.

In 1942, a British intelligence officer in North Africa meets a woman working with the French Resistance on a dangerous mission behind enemy lines. They are reunited in London, where the demands of wartime put their connection to the test.

Chile, 1948. As the Cold War takes hold, celebrated Communist Senator and poet Pablo Neruda is accused of betraying his party by the government. President González Videla revokes Neruda's parliamentary immunity, and the Chief of Investigative Police orders Inspector Óscar…

In 2013, following the ouster of President Morsi, a chaotic atmosphere in Cairo leads to a group of detainees from diverse backgrounds being confined together in a police truck.

A driven lobbyist challenges a powerful gun lobby to push for new gun control laws.

This story is set in Skopje during World War II, under German occupation, and is seen through the eyes of eight-year-old Zoran. It portrays the cruelty, poverty, and hardship of war. A relationship between Zoran's Macedonian mother and a German…

In a South Pacific tribal society, a young woman named Wawa falls in love with Dain, the chief's grandson. When a war between tribes erupts, Wawa is unknowingly promised to someone as part of a peace agreement. The couple flees,…

Set in 1950s Pittsburgh, the film follows a Black father grappling with the challenges of poverty and racism while striving to provide for his family. He also battles personal struggles as he navigates life.

This film examines the American prison system, revealing how it reflects the country's ongoing history of racial inequality.