Many of the 2026 Oscars nominated films, including “One Battle After Another,” which won Best Picture at the 98th Academy Awards, were shot with ARRI cameras and lenses. Six out of the ten films nominated for Best Picture, three out of the five films nominated for Best Cinematography, and four out of the five films nominated for Best International Feature Film used ARRI products. From the latest digital cameras such as the ALEXA 65 and ALEXA 35 to film cameras such as the ARRICAM and ARRIFLEX, a diverse range of equipment supported the unique vision of each film, resulting in outstanding visual expression.
“One Battle After Another”
The Best Picture award at the 98th Academy Awards went to “One Battle After Another,” written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. This film, which depicts belief, consequences, and the bonds between generations, is a bold and emotionally rich work that blends political tension, black humor, action, and a deeply human story.
The creative team at ARRI was involved in the production of “One Battle After Another.” The Academy Award recognition is seen as proof of the power of film as an art form, and the production team’s ability to challenge, move, and captivate audiences on a deep level.
ARRI in 2026 Best Picture Oscars – nominated works
Six of the ten films nominated for Best Picture were shot with ARRI cameras. Films such as “Frankenstein,” “Hamnet,” “Marty Supreme,” “Sentimental Value,” “The Secret Agent,” and “Train Dreams” each employ different visual approaches, but are all supported by ARRI technology.
“Frankenstein” – Wins three 2026 Oscars using ARRI gear
Guillermo del Toro’s “Frankenstein” is a deeply emotional, large-screen cinematic experience that blends classic composition with modern movement. Cinematographer Dan Rausten (ASC, DFF) chose to shoot the entire film with an ALEXA 65, utilizing its large sensor to create images that are grand in some moments and deeply personal in others.
Combined with Leitz Talia lenses and supported by ARRI Rental, the ALEXA 65 seamlessly transitioned from vast historical settings to intimate close-ups, maintaining texture, depth, and subtle color nuances throughout the entire film.
At the 98th Academy Awards, “Frankenstein” won three Oscars: Best Production Design, Best Costume Design, and Best Makeup and Hairstyling, acknowledging its exceptional visual craftsmanship. ARRI’s large-format imaging technology played a crucial role in faithfully capturing the rich detail, texture, and acting.
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“Hamnet” – Winner of Best Actress Award
“Hamnet” elevates Maggie O’Farrell’s literary reflections on grief into a visually poetic and deeply intimate cinematic experience. Cinematographer Łukasz Zal of PSC worked closely with director Chloé Zhao, combining the ALEXA 35 with Zeiss SuperSpeed and Master Prime lenses to achieve a restrained, natural-light-based approach rooted in emotional closeness.
The camera’s dynamic range and color reproduction were crucial in expressing subtle tonal changes and nuanced acting. At the 98th Academy Awards, “Hamnet” won the Best Actress award, with Jessie Buckley receiving the Oscar for her deeply moving portrayal of Agnes Shakespeare. ARRI’s visual technology faithfully reproduced the delicate texture of light, skin tones, and atmosphere that underpinned this film where acting takes center stage.
“Weapons” – Winner of Best Supporting Actress Award
“Weapons” blends psychological tension with grounded, character-driven storytelling, gradually building anxiety and suspense through interwoven narratives. Shot on an ALEXA 35, the film employs a restrained, immersive approach where tonal consistency, color accuracy, and texture reinforce the performances closely intertwined with the narrative.
At the 98th Academy Awards, Amy Madigan won the Best Supporting Actress award. ARRI’s visual effects technology faithfully reproduced the nuances and atmosphere of the performances, ensuring that the film’s meticulously crafted visual language was accurately expressed on screen.
“The Secret Agent” – A fusion of history and genre
Against the backdrop of Brazil’s political turmoil in the 1970s, “The Secret Agent” blends genre film with historical memory. Cinematographer Evgenia Alexandrova chose the ALEXA 35 and ALEXA Mini, combining them with anamorphic lenses to introduce flare, texture, and imperfection that evoke the atmosphere of films from that era.
2026 Oscars Cinematography Nominees shot on ARRI
Three of the five films nominated for Best Cinematography were shot using ARRI cameras: “Frankenstein,” “Marty Supreme,” and “Train Dreams.”
“Marty Supreme” – A fusion of film and digital
Set against the vibrant world of 1950s table tennis, “Marty Supreme” is an energetic portrayal of characters driven by movement, rhythm, and physical expression. Filmed primarily on 35mm film, supported by various ARRI film cameras including the ARRICAM LT, ST, and SR, as well as the ALEXA 35, the film creates a tactile and era-accurate aesthetic defined by grain, contrast, and the rhythm of movement.
“Train Dreams” – Visual Meditation
“Train Dreams” is a visually meditative portrayal of early 20th-century America, shaped by landscapes, memories, and natural light. Cinematographer Adolfo Veloso (ABC, AIP) chose the ALEXA 35 and shot in open-gate 3:2 aspect ratio to recreate the feel of archival photographs while maintaining a modern versatility.
Nominated for Best International Feature Film
Four of the five films nominated for Best International Feature Film were shot at ARRI: “Sentimental Value,” “Szilart,” “The Secret Agent,” and “The Voice of Hind Rajab.”
“Sentimental Value” – Winner of the International Feature Film Award
Joachim Trier’s “Sentimental Value” is an intimate family drama in which emotional meaning is conveyed through acting, composition, and carefully calculated visual shifts. Shot using the ARRICAM LT, ARRIFLEX 416, and ARRIFLEX 435, the film utilizes natural light and understated camerawork to support its character-driven, intricate storytelling.
At the 98th Academy Awards, “Sentimental Value” won the Best International Feature Film award, a first in Norwegian film history. ARRI’s film-based camera system faithfully captured subtle changes in light, texture, and tempo, allowing the film’s emotional rhythm and acting to unfold clearly and consistently on the big screen.
“Sirāt” — Filmed in harsh environments
“Sirāt” is a film that depicts an instinctive journey through sound, movement, and landscape in the Moroccan desert. ARRI cameras, the ARRIFLEX 416 and ARRIFLEX SR3, paired with Zeiss Ultra Prime lenses, allowed cinematographer Mauro Herse AEC to maintain clarity, texture, and control even in harsh environments, from dazzling sunlight to nighttime scenes guided by music and movement.
“The Voice of Hind Rajab” – A fusion of documentary and drama
Blending the tension of a documentary with dramatic reenactments, “The Voice of Hind Rajab” emphasizes immediacy, restraint, and emotional intimacy.
The production team achieved their visual goals through an ALEXA Mini LF and DNA LF lenses. These lenses came from ARRI Rental. This approach
prioritized realism and subtlety, ensuring that the acting and real-time tension unfolded without any distractions.
