I’m Not a Robot’ lead up to the 2025 Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film

In the lead-up to the 2025 Academy Awards, I’m Not a Robot, our short film directed by Victoria Warmerdam, captivated audiences with its unique narrative and critical acclaim. The film follows Lara, portrayed by Ellen Parren, who finds herself trapped in a surreal reality after repeatedly failing CAPTCHA tests.

Entertainment Weekly’s Oscar predictions identified I’m Not a Robot as a strong contender in the Best Live Action Short Film category, highlighting its distinctive storyline and Warmerdam’s masterful direction.

Variety Calls It “Ultra-Clever” & “The Strongest Contender”

In a year dominated by issue-driven films, I’m Not a Robot distinguished itself as “the only nominee chosen solely on the strength of its filmmaking.” Dutch writer-director Victoria Warmerdam delivers a mind-bending AI satire that Variety hails as “unexpected, original, and eminently expandable.”

Despite stiff competition from other notable shorts, I’m Not a Robot emerged victorious, securing the Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film at the 2025 Academy Awards. This historic win marks a significant achievement for Dutch cinema, making it the first Dutch short film to receive this prestigious honor.

The film’s success underscores the power of innovative storytelling in short films and highlights the Academy’s recognition of diverse narratives that challenge conventional themes.

Read the Variety predictions here: https://tinyurl.com/yj57h4y4