Oscars 2025: The pickings aren't slim, provided you take the time to look

The 98th Academy Awards are still a ways off, but the race is already heating up.

With so many great movies coming out this year, it's hard to say who will be nominated, let alone who will win. But one thing is for sure: the pickings aren't slim.

Here are a few of the movies that are generating Oscar buzz:

"Babylon," directed by Damien Chazelle, is a star-studded epic set in the golden age of Hollywood. The film boasts an all-star cast that includes Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie, and Tobey Maguire.

"The Fabelmans," directed by Steven Spielberg, is a semi-autobiographical film that tells the story of Spielberg's childhood and his early years as a filmmaker. The film stars Michelle Williams, Paul Dano, and Seth Rogen.

"She Said," directed by Maria Schrader, is a drama that tells the story of the two New York Times reporters who broke the Harvey Weinstein story. The film stars Carey Mulligan, Zoe Kazan, and Patricia Clarkson.

These are just a few of the movies that are in the running for Oscar gold.

With so many great films to choose from, the Academy will have a tough time deciding who to nominate. But one thing is for sure: the 98th Academy Awards are going to be a night to remember.

Here are some additional movies that are generating Oscar buzz:

• "The Banshees of Inisherin," directed by Martin McDonagh
• "Everything Everywhere All at Once," directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert
• "Tár," directed by Todd Field
• "The Whale," directed by Darren Aronofsky
• "Women Talking," directed by Sarah Polley