March 10, 2024 brings in two big news for gaming and movie enthusiasts: Besides the announcement from Nintendo on a new Super Mario Bros. Movie 2, another much bigger news that the world is watching this week is the Oscars 2024, one of the biggest events worldwide held annually. Yesterday, March 10, marks as D-Day of the Oscars 2024. As the 2024 edition unfolds, anticipation runs high to discover the nominees and eventual winners across various categories.
From Best Picture to Best Director, here’s everything you need to know about the Oscars 2024, including the nominees and eventual victors who will etch their names in cinematic history.
What Is the Oscars Ceremony?
The Oscars ceremony, formally known as the Academy Awards, is an annual event that celebrates excellence in the film industry. Hosted by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), the Oscars honour outstanding achievements in various categories such as acting, directing, screenwriting, and technical production.
It serves as one of the most prestigious awards ceremonies in the entertainment industry, and also one of the biggest entertainment news that draw global attention and acclaim. The event typically features glamorous red carpet arrivals, live performances, and the presentation of coveted golden statuettes, known as Oscars, to the winners in each category.
What’s Special About the Oscars?
The Oscars ceremony holds particular significance as it marks another year of celebrating excellence in filmmaking amidst a backdrop of evolving industry dynamics and cultural shifts. This year’s event promises to be especially noteworthy due to the diverse array of nominees representing a wide range of stories, perspectives, and artistic visions.
From celebrating the best performances by actors and actresses to acknowledging exceptional directing, writing, and technical accomplishments, the Oscars 2024 continues to highlight the pinnacle of cinematic excellence. Moreover, the ceremony serves as a platform for artists and filmmakers to showcase their talent on a global stage, fostering creativity, innovation, and diversity in the world of cinema. Beyond the glitz and glamour, the Oscars symbolise the culmination of a year’s worth of dedication, passion, and hard work within the film industry.
About The Oscars 2024
The Oscars 2024, or more formally the 96th Academy Awards, encompassed a variety of noteworthy events: from Bradley Cooper’s six-year commitment to perfecting a mere six-minute sequence to Cillian Murphy relinquishing his status as Ireland’s beloved figure to Ayo Edebiri. The Oscars, marking the culmination of this cinematic year, took place on March 10th, celebrating achievements in the film arts and technology.
With Oppenheimer securing 13 nominations and Poor Things closely trailing with 11 nods, anticipation ran high. Ultimately, Oppenheimer clinched seven awards, including Best Picture and Best Director, while Emma Stone of Poor Things claimed the title of Best Actress, thwarting Killers of the Flower Moon’s chance at victory after ten nominations. Billie Eilish secured her second Oscar for her Barbie song, while Cillian Murphy made history as the first Irish-born winner for Best Actor.
The Oscars 2024: Nominees and Winners
And for the moment that everyone had been waiting for — the nominees and winners of the Oscars 2024:
Best Picture
- Anatomy of a Fall
- American Fiction
- Barbie
- Killers of the Flower Moon
- Maestro
- Oppenheimer (Winner)
- Past Lives
- Poor Things
- The Holdovers
- The Zone of Interest
Best Director
- Christopher Nolan — Oppenheimer (Winner)
- Jonathan Glazer — The Zone of Interest
- Justine Triet — Anatomy of a Fall
- Martin Scorsese — Killers of the Flower Moon
- Yorgos Lanthimos — Poor Things
Best Actor
- Bradley Cooper — Maestro
- Cillian Murphy — Oppenheimer (Winner)
- Colman Domingo — Rustin
- Jeffrey Wright — American Fiction
- Paul Giamatti — The Holdovers
Best Actress
- Annette Bening — Nyad
- Carey Mulligan — Maestro
- Emma Stone — Poor Things (Winner)
- Lily Gladstone — Killers of the Flower Moon
- Sandra Hüller — Anatomy of a Fall
Best Supporting Actor
- Mark Ruffalo — Poor Things
- Robert De Niro — Killers of the Flower Moon
- Robert Downey Jr. — Oppenheimer (Winner)
- Ryan Gosling — Barbie
- Sterling K. Brown — American Fiction
Best Supporting Actress
- America Ferrera — Barbie
- Da’Vine Joy Randolph — The Holdovers (Winner)
- Danielle Brooks — The Color Purple
- Emily Blunt — Oppenheimer
- Jodie Foster — Nyad
Best Adapted Screenplay
- American Fiction (Winner)
- Barbie
- Oppenheimer
- Poor Things
- The Zone of Interest
Best Original Screenplay
- Anatomy of a Fall (Winner)
- Maestro
- May December
- Past Lives
- The Holdovers
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Best Visual Effects
- Godzilla Minus One (Winner)
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
- Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One
- Napoleon
- The Creator
Best Costume Design
- Barbie
- Killers of the Flower Moon
- Napoleon
- Oppenheimer
- Poor Things (Winner)
Best Makeup and Hairstyling
- Golda
- Maestro
- Oppenheimer
- Poor Things (Winner)
- Society of the Snow
Best Cinematography
- El Conde
- Killers of the Flower Moon
- Maestro
- Oppenheimer (Winner)
- Poor Things
Best Production Design
- Barbie
- Killers of the Flower Moon
- Napoleon
- Oppenheimer
- Poor Things (Winner)
Best Sound
- Maestro
- Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One
- Oppenheimer
- The Creator
- The Zone of Interest (Winner)
Best Film Editing
- Anatomy of a Fall
- Killers of the Flower Moon
- Oppenheimer (Winner)
- Poor Things
- The Holdovers
Best Original Score
- American Fiction
- Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
- Killers of the Flower Moon
- Oppenheimer (Winner)
- Poor Things
Best Original Song
- “I’m Just Ken” — Barbie
- “It Never Went Away” — American Symphony
- “The Fire Inside” — Flamin’ Hot
- “Wahzhazhe (A Song for My People)” — Killers of the Flower Moon
- “What Was I Made For” — Barbie (Winner)
Best Animated Short Film
- Letter to a Pig
- Ninety-Five Senses
- Our Uniform
- Pachyderme
- War Is Over! Inspired by the Music of John and Yoko (Winner)
Best Live-Action Short Film
- Invincible
- Knight of Fortune
- Red, White and Blue
- The After
- The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar (Winner)
Best Documentary Short Film
- Island in Between
- Nǎi Nai & Wài Pó
- The ABCs of Book Banning
- The Barber of Little Rock
- The Last Repair Shop (Winner)
Best Documentary Feature Film
- 20 Days in Mariupol (Winner)
- Bobi Wine: The People’s President
- Four Daughters
- The Eternal Memory
- To Kill a Tiger
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) (Winner)
Best Animated Feature Film
- Elemental
- Nimona
- Robot Dreams
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
- The Boy and the Heron (Winner)
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Final Say
In conclusion, the Oscars 2024 ceremony was a culmination of anticipation, excitement, and history-making moments in the world of cinema. From the diverse array of nominees to the deserving winners, the event showcased the best of the film industry’s talent and creativity. As the spotlight dims on this year’s Oscars, it leaves behind a legacy of outstanding achievements and memorable performances, setting the stage for another remarkable year in cinema.
Speaking of huge award ceremonies, if you’re also a fan of games, be sure to also check out the winners and nominees of The Game Awards of 2023, the Oscars in gaming in this article if you missed it out last year.