VES Awards Nominees Announced for 2025

The nominations for the 2025 Visual Effects Society (VES) Awards have been announced, with 'Dune: Part Two' leading the pack with seven nominations, followed by 'Shōgun' and 'The Penguin,' each with four. In the animation category, 'The Wild Robot' garnered five nominations, making it the most-nominated animation production this year. The awards celebrate outstanding visual effects artistry across various media, including film, television, and video games, with nominees selected by VES members through a rigorous review process. Special honors will be awarded to Hiroyuki Sanada for Creative Excellence, Takashi Yamazaki for Visionary Achievement, and Dr. Jacquelyn Ford Morie for contributions to VR and immersive technology. The ceremony is scheduled for February 11, 2024, at The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles. The nominations highlight the impressive creativity and technical skill of visual effects artists globally.