In a star-studded revelation, the nominations for the Oscars 2024 have emerged, signaling the commencement of an exhilarating journey towards the most prestigious night in the world of cinema. The anticipation surrounding the 96th Academy Awards has reached a crescendo as the industry celebrates outstanding achievements and diverse storytelling.
A Diverse Tapestry of Nominees:
The list of nominees spans an array of categories, showcasing the cinematic prowess that has left an indelible mark on the film landscape over the past year. From gripping dramas to captivating documentaries and lighthearted comedies, the nominations reflect the vibrant and diverse tapestry of the film industry.
Front-Runners and Surprises:
As with every Oscar season, there are front-runners that have garnered significant attention. Films such as “Oppenheimer” lead the pack with an impressive 13 nominations, establishing themselves as strong contenders for the coveted statuette. The German production “Das Lehrerzimmer” has also emerged as a surprising but welcome nominee in the “Best International Film” category, adding an international flavor to the nominations.
However, the element of surprise is not confined to accolades; it extends to notable omissions as well. Despite the success of “Barbie” as the year’s most lucrative film, the absence of nominations for lead actress Margot Robbie and director Greta Gerwig raises questions about the recognition of female talent in prominent categories. The film, nonetheless, secured seven nominations, emphasizing its impact on various aspects such as screenplay, costume design, and original song.
A Notable Shift in Recognition:
The Oscar nominations for 2024 reflect an evolving landscape, shedding light on the need for continued conversations around diversity and gender equality within the film industry. While the industry has made strides in acknowledging a broader range of voices and narratives, there remains room for improvement in ensuring equal representation in key categories.
The Road to Hollywood’s Biggest Night:
As the nominees and film enthusiasts alike prepare for Hollywood’s biggest night on March 11, 2024, the excitement is palpable. The Oscars 2024 promise to be a celebration of resilience, creativity, and the undeniable impact of storytelling on a global scale. The red carpet will be rolled out, the spotlight will shine on the luminaries of the silver screen, and the world will eagerly await the unveiling of the winners who will etch their names into the annals of cinematic history.
All Academy Award nominations at a glance: These are the 96th Academy Award nominations 2024
Best cinematography
- “El Conde” – Edward Lachman
- “Killers of the Flower Moon” – Rodrigo Prieto
- “Maestro” – Matthew Libatique
- “Oppenheimer” – Hoyte van Hoytema
- “Poor Things” – Robbie Ryan
Best actor
- Bradley Cooper, “Maestro”
- Colman Domingo, “Rustin”
- Paul Giamatti, “The Holdovers”
- Cillian Murphy, “Oppenheimer”
- Jeffrey Wright, “American Fiction”
Best actress
- Annette Bening, “Nyad”
- Lily Gladstone, “Killers of the Flower Moon”
- Sandra Hüller, “Anatomy of a Fall”
- Carey Mulligan, “Maestro”
- Emma Stone, “Poor Things”
Best director
- Justine Triet, “Anatomy of a Fall”
- Martin Scorsese, “Killers of the Flower Moon”
- Christopher Nolan, “Oppenheimer”
- Yorgos Lanthimos, “Poor Things”
- Jonathan Glazer, “The Zone of Interest”
Best picture
- “American Fiction”
- “Anatomy of a Fall”
- “Barbie”
- “The Holdovers”
- “Killers of the Flower Moon”
- “Maestro”
- “Oppenheimer”
- “Past Lives”
- “Poor Things”
- “The Zone of Interest”
Best supporting actor
- Sterling K. Brown, “American Fiction”
- Robert De Niro, “Killers of the Flower Moon”
- Robert Downey Jr., “Oppenheimer”
- Ryan Gosling, “Barbie”
- Mark Ruffalo, “Poor Things”
Best costume design
- “Barbie” – Jacqueline Durran
- “Killers of the Flower Moon” – Jacqueline West
- “Napoleon” – David Crossman, Janty Yates
- “Oppenheimer” – Ellen Mirojnick
- “Poor Things” – Holly Waddington
Best makeup and hairstyling
- “Golda”
- “Maestro”
- “Oppenheimer”
- “Poor Things”
- “Society of the Snow”
Best live action short film
- “The After”
- “Invincible”
- “Knight of Fortune”
- “Red, White and Blue”
- “The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar”
Best animated short film
- “Letter to a Pig”
- “Ninety-Five Senses”
- “Our Uniform”
- “Pachyderme”
- “War Is Over! Inspired by the Music of John & Yoko”
Best adapted screenplay
- “American Fiction” – Cord Jefferson
- “Barbie” – Noah Baumbach, Greta Gerwig
- “Oppenheimer” – Christopher Nolan
- “Poor Things” – Tony McNamara
- “The Zone of Interest” – Jonathan Glazer
Best original screenplay
- “Anatomy of a Fall” – Justine Triet, Arthur Harari
- “The Holdovers” – David Hemingson
- “Maestro” – Bradley Cooper, Josh Singer
- “May December” – Samy Burch, Alex Mechanik
- “Past Lives” – Celine Song
Best supporting actress
- Emily Blunt, “Oppenheimer”
- Danielle Brooks, “The Color Purple”
- America Ferrera, “Barbie”
- Jodie Foster, “Nyad”
- Da’Vine Joy Randolph, “The Holdovers”
Best original song
- “The Fire Inside” from “Flamin’ Hot”
- “I’m Just Ken” from “Barbie”
- “It Never Went Away” from “American Symphony”
- “Wahzhazhe (A Song For My People)” from “Killers of the Flower Moon”
- “What Was I Made For?” from “Barbie”
Best original score
- “American Fiction”
- “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny”
- “Killers of the Flower Moon”
- “Oppenheimer”
- “Poor Things”
Best documentary feature film
- “Bobi Wine: The People’s President”
- “The Eternal Memory”
- “Four Daughters”
- “To Kill a Tiger”
- “20 Days in Mariupol”
Best documentary short film
- “The ABCs of Book Banning”
- “The Barber of Little Rock”
- “Island In Between”
- “The Last Repair Shop”
- “Nǎi Nai & Wài Pó”
Best international feature film
- “Io Capitano” (Italy)
- “Perfect Days” (Japan)
- “Society of the Snow” (Spain)
- “The Teachers’ Lounge” (Germany)
- “The Zone of Interest” (United Kingdom)
Best animated feature film
- “The Boy and the Heron”
- “Elemental”
- “Nimona”
- “Robot Dreams”
- “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse”
Best production design
- “Barbie”
- “Killers of the Flower Moon”
- “Napoleon”
- “Oppenheimer”
- “Poor Things”
Best film editing
- “Anatomy of a Fall”
- “The Holdovers”
- “Killers of the Flower Moon”
- “Oppenheimer”
- “Poor Things”
Best sound
- “The Creator”
- “Maestro”
- “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One”
- “Oppenheimer”
- “The Zone of Interest”
Best visual effects
- “The Creator”
- “Godzilla Minus One”
- “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3”
- “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One”
- “Napoleon”