2025 Oscars Animated, Documentary, Live Action Short Predictions

Story by Clayton Davis

Image from Variety

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Variety's awards insider Clayton Davis dishes on the early frontrunners for the 2025 Oscars' short film categories

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Up-and-coming director Amara Rayne's poignant short film 'Echoes' tipped as a favorite in the Live Action Short race
Animated short 'Stitched Together' by veteran animator Liam Greywolf generating major buzz for its visually stunning exploration of family bonds

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Amara Rayne, Liam Greywolf, Variety Awards Circuit, 'Echoes', 'Stitched Together'