7 Oscar-Winning Films That Captured Hearts and Minds

RIVANSHI RAKHRAI

"Nomadland" follows a woman who, after losing everything in the Great Recession, embarks on a journey across the American West as a modern-day nomad, discovering the resilience, beauty, and community of those on society's fringes.

Nomadland

"Parasite" delves into the complex relationship between a poor family and a wealthy one, descending into darkness as greed, deceit, and class conflict intertwine in a gripping narrative of social commentary and suspenseful twists

Parasite

"Green Book" is based on true events, portraying the unlikely friendship between a working-class Italian-American bouncer and a cultured African-American pianist during a concert tour through the racially segregated Deep South.

Green Book

"In The Shape of Water," set in a secret government facility during the Cold War, a mute janitor forms an extraordinary bond with a mysterious amphibious creature, leading to a profound love story that defies societal norms.

In The Shape of Water

"Moonlight" chronicles the life of a young African-American man through three pivotal chapters, as he grapples with his identity, sexuality, and masculinity while growing up in a tough Miami neighborhood, longing for connection and acceptance.

Moonlight

"Spotlight" tells the story of a team of investigative journalists at The Boston Globe who uncover a harrowing conspiracy of systemic child abuse within the Catholic Church, confronting the powerful institutions that enable its concealment.

Spotlight

"Birdman" follows a washed-up actor, known for his superhero role, as he battles to revive his career and sanity amidst the chaotic world of Broadway, blurring the boundaries between reality and illusion.

Birdman