From Ralph Fiennes to Jeffrey Wright: the most overlooked performances this awards season

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The article highlights several Oscar-worthy performances in various films released in 2025. Here are some of the notable ones:

1. Amanda Seyfried in "The Testament of Ann Lee" - Seyfried's performance as the title character, a woman who dedicates her life to an offshoot of Quakerism that forbids any sexual contact, is considered monumental.
2. Jeffrey Wright in "Highest 2 Lowest" - Wright plays a driver for a music mogul (Denzel Washington) and grapples with his role in the mogul's life as well as his own personal struggles.
3. Keanu Reeves in "Good Fortune" - Reeves plays an angel who helps a man by switching him with a wealthy friend, showcasing his range as an actor.
4. Amanda Seyfried in "Seven Veils" - Seyfried portrays an opera director struggling with past abuses and a crumbling marriage, demonstrating her versatility as an actress.
5. Amanda Seyfried in "The Housemaid" - Seyfried plays a gothic gaslighting trope, riffs on suburban-mom perfection, and delivers movie-star-worthy performances.

These performances showcase the talent of the actors and highlight the importance of recognizing their work outside of major awards ceremonies.
 
Wow 💥, I'm loving Amanda Seyfried's range in these movies! She literally nails each character 🤯. And Denzel Washington is always a powerhouse in any film he's in 👊. The whole cast is on point, makes me wanna watch all these movies ASAP 🎬. It's interesting how the actresses are getting so much recognition for their work outside of the Oscars 🌟. Can't wait to see what other talented actors and actresses come out this year! 💫
 
You know what's wild is how avocado toast became a thing like 10 years ago? People were like "nope I'll take whole wheat" and then suddenly everyone was in love with that fancy green stuff. Anyway, back to these actors... Amanda Seyfried is really talented, I mean she's got some great roles going on this year! But have you ever noticed how hard it is to get a good brunch spot? Like, I tried this new place last weekend and the avocado toast was basically just regular toast with some stuff on top 🤔. Oh man, I'm craving eggs now...
 
I gotta disagree with all these Amanda Seyfried fans 🤔👎. I mean, seriously, how many times can one person be quoted as having "monumental" performances in a single year? It's like they're setting up some kind of benchmark for everyone else to live up to 🏆. And don't even get me started on the multiple projects featuring Seyfried - that's just spam marketing, if you ask me 🤯. I think it's high time someone else got some love, like maybe a talented supporting actor who actually adds depth to their movies 🤝. Keanu Reeves in "Good Fortune" might be cool and all, but let's not forget about the rest of the cast 🎬.
 
I'm not buying it 🤔. All these actresses playing "strong" characters that are basically just a bunch of flaws and issues with no real resolution? That's just perpetuating the same old tropes. Amanda Seyfried is talented, don't get me wrong, but come on, another gothic gaslighting trope? How original 😒. And what's up with all these performances being released in one year? It's like everyone wants to cash in on awards season or something 🤑. I swear, Hollywood just churning out more of the same stuff instead of taking risks and trying new things... *sigh*
 
Amanda Seyfried is definitely killing it this year, I'm low-key obsessed with her in "Seven Veils" 🤩🎥, but come on, five roles from one person? That's just excessive, right? I mean, can't she just stick to one character for once? 😂. On a more serious note, though, it's awesome to see Denzel Washington back in the game with "Highest 2 Lowest" – he's still got some magic left in him. 🕺 Keanu Reeves is always underrated, but I'm surprised they didn't give him an Oscar nod for "Good Fortune"... maybe they're saving that one for next year? 🤔
 
Ugh 🤕, just saw this list and I'm already feeling down 😔. Amanda Seyfried is like the only one who's consistently doing well in everything she does, but even that's not enough to counteract all these other actors' performances 💔. Like, what if they win Oscars? It'll just make everyone else feel like they're stuck in neutral 🚫. And Keanu Reeves playing an angel... how original 🙄. Can't we just have some bad news for once?! 🤦‍♀️
 
I just watched all these movies and Amanda Seyfried is literally killing it right now 🤩! Her range is insane from being a quirky character in "The Testament of Ann Lee" to playing this super complex opera director in "Seven Veils". I'm starting to think she's the only one who can pull off those whole 'drama queen' and 'gothic girl' vibes. Jeffrey Wright's performance in "Highest 2 Lowest" was pretty underrated imo, Denzel Washington is always a draw but Wright brought so much depth to his character. Keanu Reeves being an angel in "Good Fortune" was just straight-up weird but in the best way possible 😂. What do you guys think? Should we give Amanda Seyfried all the awards now 🏆👀
 
🤔 I'm not buying it, you know? Amanda Seyfried's been in these "dramatic" roles since 2010 and it feels like every single film is just her playing a different interpretation of an edgy girl with daddy issues. 🙄 Where's the substance? Hasn't she done better work elsewhere, like in that Mamma Mia! thing? Not to mention, all these films have Amanda Seyfried as the main actress... seems fishy to me 😒. Also, what's up with Keanu Reeves playing an angel? Is this some kind of PR stunt for him or something? 🤑 Where are the sources on these performances being "Oscar-worthy"? I need to see more than just a few fancy film festival reviews before I start fawning over Amanda Seyfried's acting chops 💁‍♀️.
 
Am I right or am I right? Amanda Seyfried is having an epic year! 4 different roles for her already in one year, she's like a chameleon on screen 😂👻. But seriously, it's dope to see Jeffrey Wright and Keanu Reeves taking on diverse characters as well. And Denzel Washington, you're still the man 💯. The fact that these performances are being recognized outside of Oscars is a win for all the talented actors out there. We should be celebrating their craft, not just when they walk the red carpet 🎉👏
 
I'm so done with these new-age Hollywood actresses who can just keep switching between roles like they're changing shoes 😂. Amanda Seyfried alone is like, wow - four different movies this year? That's insane! I love how she's taking on such diverse roles and proving her range as an actress. Her performance in "The Testament of Ann Lee" had me on the edge of my seat, it was that good 🤩. The fact that these performances are being overlooked at the Oscars just breaks my heart, they should be celebrated for who they are!
 
I'm totally not surprised Amanda Seyfried is getting all this praise for playing a goth gaslighting trope in "The Housemaid"... I mean, how original 🙄. It's just another example of Hollywood casting its token 'edgy' girl and calling it a day.

And what's with the constant love for Amanda Seyfried? Can't they see she's typecast already? Five movies featuring her as some form of repressed, tortured soul? Get some new material, folks!

I'm also not buying into the hype around "The Testament of Ann Lee" just because it's a drama about some obscure Quaker sect. Give me something with actual substance and depth.

As for Jeffrey Wright in "Highest 2 Lowest", I don't see what all the fuss is about. It sounds like another generic 'tortured artist' story. How trite.
 
I'm so over Amanda Seyfried doing EVERYTHING 🤣💁‍♀️. I mean, I get it, she's talented, but five films in one year? That's just excessive! It feels like she's trying to fill her Oscars quota or something 😒. Can't the critics just give her some time to breathe between performances? And what's up with all the Quakerism-themed roles for Seyfried? It's like she's being typecast into a specific role 🤔. I'm not saying she can't pull it off, but can we see some more variety in her acting career? 🎬
 
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