The MoMA Contenders Series Hits L.A. — From ‘Sinners’ To ‘Frankenstein,’ See The Films Everyone’s Buzzing About This Awards Season

Awards season is fast approaching, and Angelenos get to join in on the excitement. The Hammer Museum will be hosting the renowned MoMA Contenders series in L.A . From *Frankenstein * to *Sinners * and *One Battle After Another *, the acclaimed film screenings highlight 2025’s most influential, innovative films. According to MoMA , whether bound for awards glory or cult classic status, each of the films selected is a contender for lasting historical significance. The screenings will be followed by exclusive conversations with actors, filmmakers, and special guests. It is an event any true cinephile will want to attend. Ready to catch this year’s most talked-about films on the [big screen](https://secretlosangeles.com/movies-about-los-angeles/) ? The films generating awards season buzz --------------------------------------- The MoMA Contenders series , organized by the Museum of Modern Art in NYC, will bring 10 films that shaped this year’s cinematic landscape to the Hammer Museum in L.A. Expect anything from independent features that soared through film festivals to big studio releases that smashed the box office. The one thing they all share? The MoMA believes they will stand the test of time. And while The Contenders has no direct relationship with the Academy Awards , the series has turned out to be a surprisingly strong [Oscars](https://secretlosangeles.com/game-awards-most-watched-los-angeles/) predictor , with most of its picks going on to receive major nominations in the last few years. So grab a seat, bring a friend, and see if your awards-season instincts hold up. Where to watch the Moma Contenders in L.A. ------------------------------------------ The screenings will take place at the Hammer Museum in L.A ., running from December 3 to 18 . General admission tickets go on sale Thursday, November 20 at 11 a.m. (and are expected to sell out, so be quick!) The full lineup includes: * Tuesday, Dec 2 • *Frankenstein * * Wednesday, Dec 3 • *If I Had Legs I’d Kick You * * Thursday, Dec 4 • *A House of Dynamite * * Tuesday, Dec 9 • *It was Just an Accident * * Wednesday, Dec 10 • *Sinners *, followed by a conversation with writer/director Ryan Coogler and actor Wunmi Mosaku * Thursday, Dec 11 • *Nouvelle Vague * * Monday, Dec 15 • *Jay Kelly * * Tuesday, Dec 16 • *The Mastermind * * Wednesday, Dec 17 • *Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere *, followed by a conversation with writer/director Scott Cooper * Thursday, Dec 18 • *One Battle After Another * And look out for updates —more in-person special guests will be announced at later dates! 📅 When: December 2 to December 18 2025 📍Where: The Hammer Museum: 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024 🎟️Tickets: You can get your tickets here. $10 Hammer members | $20 general admission 🍿Can’t make these screenings? Be sure to check out the full lineup of [movies screening in L.A. theaters](https://feverup.com/en/los-angeles/movies-in-theaters) right now and get ready for awards season. Source: https://secretlosangeles.com/moma-contenders-series-la/