The Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay honors outstanding adaptations of pre-existing material into film. This award recognizes the skillful transformation of novels, plays, or other sources into compelling screenplays. Notable past winners include "The Godfather Part II" (1974), "Schindler's List" (1993), and "The Social Network" (2010). This year's nominees include "A Complete Unknown," "Conclave," and "Emilia PĂ©rez," each exemplifying excellence in adapting source material for the screen.