Netflix which is now one of the largest entertainment studios and production house, they are no less behind in the line to pack home some Oscars 2021.
Top 10 Netflix Productions and Originals to enter the Oscars 2021 Arena
10. Mank
David Fincher’s Mank is sure to be nominated at least for an Oscars 2021. It has quite the talented cast with Gary Oldman and Amanda Seyfried which are in competition to be the best actor and actress nominees. The story follows the life of screenwriter Herman J Mankiewicz who led the creation of masterpieces like Citizen Kane. The perfect black and white old-style picture may just fetch a nomination for cinematography as well.
9. The trial of Chicago 7
Another Biopic that is fetching a lot of attention. It is a political drama following the story of 8 individuals which later become 7 being accused of starting riots in 1968 Democratic National Convention. Aaron Sorkin is being praised quite a lot for his skillful script and direction. Baron Cohen is being said to be a top contender for the best supporting role.
8. Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom
This is movie featuring the times for 1920s a drama between Ma Rainey and her bandmates. The tension with a white manager and the discrimination at those times is also aptly portrayed. The story is said to be up for Best Production design because of the costumes and sets used. Lead actors Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman are up for acting nominations.
7. Pieces of a Woman
Though this movie is talked to be not an Oscars 2021 material to win an award, the acting by Vanessa Kirby and Ellen Burstyn is what is the attraction here. The woman loses her child right after birth and the drama that follows the pain and the suffering in all aspects of her life is the main storyline.
6. Over the moon
A Chinese American animation delight from Netflix is surely one of the best stories. A little girl and her rabbit build a rocket to go to the moon and meet the Goddess. Their struggles and adventures are the highlights. Though Disney and Apple Tv have some tough contenders, this is a great start for Netflix.
5. Hillbilly Elegy
The movie portrays a story of a Yale student forced by her grandmother to come home to attend a family emergency. The drama follows J.D Vance and his relationship with his grandmother. Though the screenplay is said to be very melodramatic, Glenn Close and Amy Adams are in because of spectacular acting. The Hair and dressing department has also kept the hopes for this Hillbilly Elegy alive.
4. Dick Johnson is dead
Netflix has set the bar high when it comes to documentaries. The writer and director Kirsten Johnson helps her father stage different possible death scenarios. This documentary is touching the sky with excellent ratings.
3. The Midnight sky
Based on a book written by Lily rooks-Dalton the movie is about a scientist who tries to warn astronauts about the harsh conditions of the earth. He also encounters a lost girl and takes her under his wing. Though the sci-fi movie is getting mixed reviews it has great music and is seen to be a nominee because of its technical aspects.
2. The Life Ahead
This Italian Netflix creation is doing quite well on the Platform. Sophie Loren is being praised for her acting and overall performance. It is a simple story with no glamour. Life changes when a prostitute adopts a Senegal orphan. Though Italy hasn’t selected this movie for Best Feature Film, the skillful acting of Loren and the best original score for the song ‘Io si’(seen) has kept the movie in the race.
1. Da 5 Bloods
The American war drama about a group of African-Americans searching the lands of Vietnam for their leader and a treasure of gold. Delroy Lindo is a potential nominee for Best actor. Spike Lee is also in talks to be the nominee for best Direction. Another nominee could be Chadwick Boseman, making him a double nominee.
