8 Academy Award nominee films to watch online  

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Lagaan (YouTube)  

Starring Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh, Lagaan is a 2001 epic sports drama film that garnered critical acclaim and was also nominated for the prestigious Oscars. 

Parasite (Sony LIV)  

This Oscar-winning Korean movie highlights the wealth disparity in the country with its sharp narrative of host and parasite. It features Song Kang-ho and Lee Sun-kyun.  

The Silence of the Lambs (Prime)

Jonathan Demme’s psychological thriller is the only horror movie to be bestowed with the Academy Award for Best Picture. It features Jodie Foster and Anthony Hopkins.  

Little Women (Netflix)  

Greta Gerwig’s highly recognised coming-of-age period drama film follows a star-studded ensemble and revolves around the March sisters.  

Maestro (Netflix))

Helmed by Bradley Cooper, this Oscar-nominated biopic revolves around the tumultuous relationship between Leonard Bernstein and his wife Felicia Montealegre.   

Django Unchained (Sony LIV)  

Quentin Tarantino’s epic western film with 2 Oscar wins features Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, and Leonardo DiCaprio. It revolves around an ex-slave and his quest.  

Nomadland (Disney+ Hotstar)  

Starring Frances McDormand as the nomad, this inspirational Oscar-winning movie reflects on the challenges of life with some beautiful lessons including survival skills.  

American Sniper (Prime Video)  

An emotionally gripping war biopic with around six Oscar nominations. Starring Bradley Cooper, it traces the life of a fine US marksman with PTSD struggles and war atrocity.