Winners and Highlights from the 96th Academy Awards
Best Picture and Memorable Moments
Ryan Gosling brought the best “Kenergy,” John Cena rocked his birthday suit, and Jimmy Kimmel continued his streak as the pitch-perfect Oscar host. The 96th Academy Awards celebrated excellence in the film industry, honoring outstanding achievements in various categories. One of the standout winners of the night, “Oppenheimer,” walked away with seven awards, including the prestigious Best Picture. Another notable film, “Poor Things,” achieved success with four statues.
Leading Nominees and Top Contenders
Leading the nominations with 13 nods, the historical drama “Oppenheimer” grabbed the audience’s attention. “Poor Things” followed closely with 11 nominations, while Martin Scorsese’s drama “Killers of the Flower Moon” secured 10 nominations, creating a fierce competition among these remarkable films.
Surprises and Disappointments
The ceremony proved prosperous for the most-nominated films, “Oppenheimer” and “Poor Things,” but “Killers of the Flower Moon” failed to secure any awards, leaving the audience surprised. On the other hand, “Barbie” proved to be a box office success but only managed to win in the Best Original Song category.
Notable Winners in Various Categories
Award season favorite Da’Vine Joy Randolph won Best Supporting Actress for her remarkable performance. “The Zone of Interest” grabbed the Best International Feature award, and “The Boy and the Heron” won Best Animated Feature. These winners showcased the diverse talent and excellent work in the industry.
Full List of Winners
Here is the full list of winners in different Oscar categories:
- “American Fiction”
- “Anatomy of a Fall”
- “Barbie”
- “The Holdovers”
- “Killers of the Flower Moon”
- “Maestro”
- “Oppenheimer” – WINNER
- “Past Lives”
- “Poor Things”
- “The Zone of Interest”
Best Makeup and Hairstyling
Excellent makeup and hairstyling were on display at the 96th Academy Awards. “Poor Things” took home the coveted award in this category. Other notable contenders included “Barbie,” “Killers of the Flower Moon,” “Napoleon,” and “Oppenheimer.”
Best Visual Effects
Impressive visual effects stood out at the 96th Academy Awards. “The Creator” and “Godzilla Minus One” were among the contenders. However, “Godzilla Minus One” emerged as the remarkable winner in this category.
Best Costume Design
In the highly anticipated category of Best Costume Design, “Anatomy of a Fall,” “The Holdovers,” “Killers of the Flower Moon,” “Oppenheimer,” and “Poor Things” were considered. The distinct costume design of “Anatomy of a Fall” ultimately earned it the well-deserved Oscar.
Best Original Song
The Best Original Song category showcased talented composers and lyricists. “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,” and “What Was I Made For?” from “Barbie” were the nominated songs. Ultimately, the catchy and heartfelt “What Was I Made For?” earned the golden statue.
Best Director
Directors played a crucial role in shaping the nominated films. “The Creator,” “Maestro,” “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One,” “Oppenheimer,” and “The Zone of Interest” were nominated for Best Director. The visionary filmmaker behind “The Zone of Interest” took home the esteemed award.
Best Foreign Language Film
Recognizing excellence in foreign language films, the category of Best Foreign Language Film included “Barbie,” “Killers of the Flower Moon,” “Napoleon,” “Oppenheimer,” and “Poor Things.” “The Zone of Interest” from the United Kingdom emerged as the remarkable winner.
Best Original Score
Original scores added depth and emotion to various films showcased at the awards. “American Fiction,” “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” “Killers of the Flower Moon,” “Oppenheimer,” and “Poor Things” were nominated for this category. Ultimately, “Oppenheimer” impressed the audiences and secured the Best Original Score award.
Congratulations to all the winners and nominees!
Disclaimer: The mentioned films and nominees are from the fictional 96th Academy Awards, inspired by the diversity, creativity, and excellence in the film industry.