The 2024 Oscars nominations are set to be announced on Tuesday, and it’s expected that two films, Barbie and Oppenheimer, will dominate the list. This comes after a successful year for cinema, with both movies making a significant impact at the box office. Other films like Poor Things, The Holdovers, and Killers of the Flower Moon are also anticipated to receive multiple nominations.
In terms of acting nominations, Cillian Murphy, Emma Stone, Robert Downey Jr, and Da’Vine Joy Randolph are all likely to be recognized for their outstanding performances. The competition for the Best Picture category is fierce, with Oppenheimer, Barbie, Poor Things, Killers of the Flower Moon, and The Holdovers being the top contenders. However, films like Anatomy of a Fall, Maestro, The Zone of Interest, Past Lives, and American Fiction are also seen as strong favorites.
The Best Actor category is highly competitive this year, with Paul Giamatti leading the pack for his role in The Holdovers. Other contenders include Cillian Murphy for Oppenheimer, Bradley Cooper for Maestro, Rustin’s Colman Domingo, and Jeffrey Wright for American Fiction. Leonardo DiCaprio, Barry Keoghan, Zac Efron, and Andrew Scott are also potential nominees.
The Best Actress category is equally crowded, with Lily Gladstone expected to receive a nomination for her role in Killers of the Flower Moon. Emma Stone’s performance in Poor Things is also likely to be recognized, along with Sandra Hüller for Anatomy of a Fall and Carey Mulligan for Maestro. Margot Robbie, Greta Lee, and Annette Bening could also secure nominations.
In the supporting categories, Da’Vine Joy Randolph from The Holdovers is considered a strong contender for Best Supporting Actress. Danielle Brooks from The Color Purple, Emily Blunt from Oppenheimer, Jodie Foster from Nyad, and Penélope Cruz from Ferrari are also potential nominees. In the Best Supporting Actor race, Robert Downey Jr. is expected to lead the pack for Oppenheimer, with Ryan Gosling, Sterling K Brown, and Charles Melton also in contention.
When it comes to the directors, Martin Scorsese for Killers of the Flower Moon and Christopher Nolan for Oppenheimer are almost certain to receive nominations. Greta Gerwig for Barbie, Jonathan Glazer for The Zone of Interest, and Yorgos Lanthimos for Poor Things are also strong contenders. Justine Triet, Alexander Payne, Bradley Cooper, and Celine Song could secure spots as well.
The Best Original Song category is crowded this year, largely due to the success of Barbie. Three songs from the film, including Billie Eilish’s “What Was I Made For?,” Dua Lipa’s “Dance the Night,” and “I’m Just Ken” performed by Ryan Gosling, are in contention. However, only two songs from the same film can be nominated, so one of them will miss out. Other potential nominees include Lenny Kravitz’s “Road to Freedom” from Rustin and “It Never Went Away” from American Symphony.
The Oscar nominations will be announced live on the Academy’s official website and YouTube account, as well as streamed on ITVX in the UK. The ceremony itself will take place on March 10th and will be broadcast on ITV in the UK.
Overall, this year’s Oscars nominations are highly anticipated, with Barbie and Oppenheimer expected to dominate the list. The inclusion of these films is hoped to generate more interest and viewership, as they have already garnered significant attention at the box office. With a talented pool of actors, directors, and films in contention, the 2024 Oscars promises to be an exciting event for cinema enthusiasts worldwide.
