Best Picture

Nominees: Arrival, Fences, Hacksaw Ridge, Hell or High Water, Hidden Figures, La La Land, Lion, Manchester by the Sea, Moonlight

Will win: La La Land — La La Land has been deemed a certified cinema darling with numerous awards and critical acclaim, including the Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy. A hit among audiences due to stunning visuals, a winning story and stellar performances by Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, La La Land is slated to take home the Best Picture prize.

Should win: Arrival — Arrival is no stranger to critical success. It was named one of the best movies of the year by The American Film Institute. Being deemed one of the best in its genre, sci-fi, is no easy feat of achievement. The amount of work involved in adapting a complicated story into a film that is as entertaining as it is interesting and poignant is something to be recognized. With a deeply moving story that touches on the state of humanity, accompanied by a beautiful score and cinematography, Arrival hits all the high notes of a Best Picture winner.