2025 Oscars Criticized as Most Boring Ceremony Ever

The 97th Academy Awards have been criticized as one of the most boring ceremonies in history, with viewers expressing disappointment over significant upsets in key categories and excessive political commentary. Anora emerged as the biggest winner, claiming five Oscars including Best Picture and Best Actress for Mikey Madison, who surprised many by defeating Demi Moore, the heavily favored contender. Social media erupted with claims of Moore being 'robbed,' marking her loss as one of the biggest snubs in Oscars history. Additionally, Timothée Chalamet lost out to Adrien Brody for Best Actor, with fans joking that he fell victim to the 'Kardashian curse' after attending the event with girlfriend Kylie Jenner. Despite some entertaining moments, the overall reception was marred by critiques of the lengthy ceremony and its political jabs, described by many as lackluster and uninspired. Host Conan O'Brien and other attendees made various political remarks that failed to engage the audience, further contributing to the event's negative perception.