Oscars 2022: Here is the list of nominees for Best Lead Actress

Kristen Stewart for Spencer

In Spencer, Stewart portrays the role of one of the late Princess Diana. The film follows Diana’s story through the days she made the decision to end her marriage to Prince Charles.

Nicole Kidman for Being The Ricardos

This Aaron Sorkin film traces the story of the relationship between I Love Lucy stars Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. Kidman essays the role of Ball.

Penelope Cruz for Parallel Mothers

This Spanish drama film follows the story of two women, Janis and Ana, each from vastly different circumstances who give birth on the same day.

Olivia Colman for The Lost Daughter

The directorial debut of Maggie Gyllenhaal, this drama traces the story of a woman who, on being acquainted with a mother and daughter on vacation, starts examining her own relationship with motherhood.