The anticipation for the Oscars 2024 is building, with predictions pointing towards big wins for the film Oppenheimer and a tight race for Best Actress. As we approach Oscar night, there have been several momentum shifts and mysteries surrounding the nominees. However, one thing has remained constant: Oppenheimer is poised to have a very successful night.
Oppenheimer, directed by Christopher Nolan, has been nominated in 13 different categories and is facing tough competition in various fields. The adapted-screenplay race is particularly tight, with legendary talents vying for the award. The film’s original score and editing are also highly competitive categories. Additionally, the Best Animated Feature category is generating suspense, as voters must choose between the vastly different worlds of Poor Things and Barbie.
The article provides a full list of final predictions for each category, allowing readers to fill out their interactive Oscar ballots accordingly. The Oscars 2024 coverage promises to be extensive, from the earliest moments on the Academy’s red carpet to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party.
In the Best Picture category, Oppenheimer is predicted to be the winner. The film has had an unstoppable performance throughout the season, with no other competitor able to steal its momentum. This marks a significant achievement for writer-director Christopher Nolan.
For Best Director, Christopher Nolan is the predicted winner for Oppenheimer. Nolan has been one of Hollywood’s most influential and respected filmmakers for nearly two decades. His name alone has drawn attention to Oppenheimer, and it would be impossible to reward one without the other.
The Best Actress race is tight, but Lily Gladstone is favored to win for her role in Killers of the Flower Moon. After her win at the SAG Awards, Gladstone’s odds have improved. However, Emma Stone still has a good chance of pulling off an upset.
In the Best Actor category, Cillian Murphy is predicted to win for his role in Oppenheimer. While Paul Giamatti has been receiving great reviews and appreciation for his performance in The Holdovers, Murphy has been running away with the award, winning both the SAG and BAFTA.
Da’Vine Joy Randolph is the clear favorite to win Best Supporting Actress for her role in The Holdovers. She has won virtually every supporting-actress award this season and is considered an unstoppable contender.
Robert Downey Jr. is predicted to win Best Supporting Actor for his role in Oppenheimer. He has won every major trophy for which he has been nominated, including the Golden Globe and BAFTA. Downey’s meticulous and menacing performance has captured the most attention and acclaim.
In the Best Original Screenplay category, Justine Triet and Arthur Harari are predicted to win for Anatomy of a Fall. The French film has gained momentum in the US since winning the Palme d’Or at Cannes. It has effectively swept the televised awards, making it the likely winner.
Cord Jefferson is predicted to win Best Adapted Screenplay for American Fiction. While Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach’s Barbie screenplay is a strong contender, the momentum is behind Jefferson and American Fiction. The film overperformed on Oscar nominations morning and has won the screenplay award at BAFTA.
The Best International Feature category is highly competitive, but The Zone of Interest is predicted to win. The film has gained critical acclaim and won several precursor awards, making it the standout in this category.
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is the predicted winner for Best Animated Feature. While The Boy and the Heron offers strong competition, Spider-Verse has found more recent momentum and is widely acclaimed and popular.
20 Days in Mariupol is predicted to win Best Documentary Feature. The film provides a harrowing look at Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and has won several awards, including a BAFTA and Pulitzer.
Hoyte van Hoytema is predicted to win Best Cinematography for his work on Oppenheimer. His capturing of expansive desert vistas and intimate close-ups with an IMAX camera is considered exceptional.
Jennifer Lame is predicted to win Best Editing for Oppenheimer. Her efforts in stitching together Christopher Nolan’s three-hour epic have been widely praised and are evident in the final film.
Jacqueline Durran is predicted to win Best Costume Design for Barbie. The film’s colorful and nostalgic universe, complete with iconic Barbie set pieces, has captivated audiences and showcases Durran’s creativity and craftsmanship.
Kazu Hiro is predicted to win Best Hair and Makeup for Maestro. His transformation of Bradley Cooper and Carey Mulligan, along with the challenge of aging the characters over many years, is a major feat.
Willie Burton, Richard King, Gary A. Rizzo, and Kevin O’Connell are predicted to win Best Sound for Oppenheimer. The film’s big, loud, and ambitious sound design is expected to be recognized by voters.
Sarah Greenwood and Katie Spencer are predicted to win Best Production Design for Barbie. The film’s imaginative and memorable set