I Can’t Believe The Oscars Completely Snubbed The Movie That Julia Roberts Shouted Out At The Golden Globes

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The nominations for the 2026 Oscars are here, and they’ve already started a lot of lively discussion among movie fans who’ve been following the awards season. It’s typical for people to have strong opinions after the nominations are announced, as it signals the Oscars – and the end of this awards season – are just around the corner in less than two months.

The 2026 Oscar nominations sparked debate and excitement within the film industry. A major talking point was Sinners, which received a record-breaking number of nominations. It’s also notable that the Academy recognized the strength of horror films this year, a genre they’ve often overlooked in the past, as horror was the standout genre of 2025.

Despite a recent surge in popularity, a promising awards contender saw its momentum stall with the announcement of the Oscar nominations. While the Academy Awards often produce unexpected results, this outcome feels particularly surprising given the film’s growing support in recent weeks.

Sorry, Baby Received No Oscar Nominations

Eva Victor’s first feature film, Sorry, Baby, which they also wrote, centers on Agnes – a role played by Victor – who survives an attempted sexual assault by her college advisor. The film is structured in chapters, following Agnes as she processes her trauma and begins to heal. It realistically portrays how everyday life can bring challenges to this process, and how she finds solace in surprising ways.

Unlike many stories dealing with difficult subjects, Sorry, Baby doesn’t focus on sadness. It presents a realistic and hopeful view of life, while still acknowledging the lasting impact of trauma. Eva Victor has created a relatable and empathetic story, avoiding sensationalism and instead offering a grounded perspective.

Despite consistently positive reviews all year, the Academy completely overlooked Sorry, Baby – it didn’t receive any nominations. Eva Victor truly deserves recognition, both for writing and directing the film. Their performance as Agnes is particularly strong – it’s passionate, heartfelt, and beautifully controlled. In my opinion, the movie itself should have been considered for Best Picture.

Eva Victor’s Direction And Writing Won Over Critics

It’s surprising that Eva Victor and Sorry, Baby weren’t nominated for awards, especially considering the overwhelmingly positive reviews. The film currently has a 97% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, making it one of the best-reviewed movies of 2025. Critics consistently praised its thoughtful writing and direction, both at film festivals and in theaters.

Most reviews of Sorry, Baby have centered on Eva Victor’s work as both writer and director, and her strong acting is a key reason the film is engaging. However, the film’s unique storytelling allows it to delve into the complex process of healing in a way that deserves more recognition, making its lack of attention from the Academy Awards quite surprising.

Sorry, Baby Was Nominated For The Best Actress Golden Globe

Eva Victor’s Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical highlights how well the movie is performing during awards season. Her performance powerfully portrays both the profound silence her character feels after a traumatic event and the frustration of having her recovery repeatedly interrupted.

Even though Sorry, Baby wasn’t nominated for a Golden Globe, I still thought it had a chance at an Oscar nomination in the same category. It’s especially surprising and disappointing that the Academy completely overlooked the film for all of the Oscars this year.

Julia Roberts Gave Eva Victor A Shoutout At The Golden Globes

Though not widely known, the independent film Sorry, Baby has deeply connected with its viewers. Many praise its honest and brave portrayal of difficult experiences. Despite acknowledging the challenges of healing, the film still manages to feel comforting and supportive, like a warm embrace.

Julia Roberts is a fan of the movie and highlighted it during the Golden Globes, even giving a special mention to Eva Victor. After receiving a standing ovation while presenting the award for Best Picture – Musical/Comedy, Roberts used her moment to encourage everyone to watch Sorry, Baby if they hadn’t already.

It Is Hard To Justify Sorry, Baby’s Snub After Anora’s Success In 2025

A24 is now a leading film studio, and their movie Sorry, Baby was a critical success, gaining praise from many celebrities. Many consider it the best independent film of 2025. Given this, and the fact that Anora won the Best Picture Oscar, the complete lack of recognition for Sorry, Baby is especially surprising, particularly because Anora was highlighted as an independent film as well.

It turned out the expensive marketing campaign for Anora actually hurt its chances. While the Academy has sometimes recognized independent films – like If I Had Legs, I’d Kick You and Train Dreams, which both received nominations – it’s still disappointing that they ignored such a popular film like Sorry, Baby.

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2026-01-24 18:49