By Samara
The 2024 Academy Awards, held this Sunday, surpassed all expectations with a spectacular show. Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel for the fourth time, the Oscars captivated audiences worldwide with his comedic flair, creating a buzz of excitement. Kimmel’s witty banter included humorous jabs at industry quirks, such as Madame Web’s casting debacle, while also acknowledging poignant moments like Greta Gerwig’s directorial prowess. His speech struck a chord with viewers, touching on significant industry events like the SAG strike, which he hailed as a triumph.
A heartfelt moment unfolded during the acceptance speech of the cast of “20 Days in Mariupol,” winner of the coveted ‘Best Documentary Feature’ award. Amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine, Mstyslav Chernov’s plea for peace resonated deeply, eliciting a heartfelt standing ovation from the audience.
The Academy revived a tradition by featuring previous winners as announcers, adding nostalgic charm to the event. John Cena injected a dose of spontaneity reminiscent of past Oscars, though his stunt announcing ‘Best Costume Design’ from behind a curtain was a comedic highlight.
In terms of winners, “Oppenheimer” dominated the night, clinching seven awards, including the prestigious ‘Best Picture.’ Notably, Cillian Murphey and Robert Downey Jr. took home ‘Best Actor’ and ‘Best Supporting Actor’ respectively, marking a historic win for Nolan’s directorial prowess.
Surprising everyone, Emma Stone secured ‘Best Actress’ for her role in “Poor Things,” overshadowing anticipated favorites like Lily Gladstone. Despite being the highest-grossing film, “Barbie” only snagged one award, but stole the spotlight with Ryan Gosling’s unforgettable performance of “I’m Just Ken,” accompanied by a dazzling ensemble of Kens and a surprise appearance by Guns N’ Roses’ Slash.
As the curtains draw on the 2024 Awards Season, the Oscars concluded with a resounding celebration of cinematic excellence, capping off a remarkable year for film.
SEE THE FULL LIST OF WINNERS BELLOW:
Best Picture: “Oppenheimer”
Best Director: Christopher Nolan, “Oppenheimer”
Best Actress: Emma Stone, “Poor Things.”
Best Actor: Cillian Murphy, “Oppenheimer”
Best Supporting Actress: Da’Vine Joy Randolph, “The Holdovers”
Best Supporting Actor: Robert Downey Jr., “Oppenheimer”
Best Original Screenplay: Justine Triet and Arthur Harari, “Anatomy of a Fall”
Best Adapted Screenplay: Cord Jefferson, “American Fiction”
Best Animated Feature: “The Boy and the Heron”
Best Animated Short: “War is Over! Inspired by the Music of John Lennon and Yoko Ono”
Best International Feature: “The Zone of Interest” (United Kingdom)
Best Documentary Feature: “20 Days in Mariupol”
Best Documentary Short: “The Last Repair Shop”
Best Live Action Short: “The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar”
Best Score: Ludwig Göransson, “Oppenheimer”
Best Original Song: Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell, “What Was I Made For?” from “Barbie”
Best Sound: Tarn Willers and Johnnie Burn, “The Zone of Interest”
Best Production Design: James Price, Shona Heath and Zsuzsa Mihalek, “Poor Things”
Best Cinematography: Hoyte van Hoytema, “Oppenheimer”
Best Makeup and Hairstyling: Nadia Stacey, Mark Coulier and Josh Weston, “Poor Things”
Best Costume Design: Holly Waddington, “Poor Things”
Best Editing: Jennifer Lame, “Oppenheimer”
Best Visual Effects: Takashi Yamazaki, Kiyoko Shibuya, Masaki Takahashi and Tatsuji Nojima, “Godzilla Minus One”
