Universal’s film “Oppenheimer” made a grand sweep at the 96th annual Academy Awards, clinching seven prestigious Oscars, including the coveted Best Picture award. Directed by Christopher Nolan, the biopic centered around J. Robert Oppenheimer, known as the father of the atomic bomb, received accolades for Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best Film Editing, Best Cinematography, Best Score, and Best Director.
Another notable film of the evening was Disney and Searchlight’s “Poor Things,” which secured four Oscars. This included Best Actress, Best Makeup and Hairstyling, Best Production Design, and Best Costume Design.
The awards ceremony, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, entertained audiences with humorous jabs at past Oscar mishaps. One memorable moment featured a playful nod to a historical event as John Cena, presented the award for Best Costume, reminiscent of the 50th anniversary of an Oscar streaker.
Da’Vine Joy Randolph kicked off the night by winning Best Supporting Actress for her poignant portrayal in Alexander Payne’s “The Holdovers.” The film depicted a boarding school cafeteria manager grieving the loss of her son in the Vietnam War.
Robert Downey Jr. clinched the Best Supporting Actor award for his role in “Oppenheimer,” while his co-star Cillian Murphy took home the Best Actor trophy. Emma Stone secured her second Best Actress win for her performance in “Poor Things.”
Despite not earning a nomination in the directing category, Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” still celebrated a win for Best Original Song with “What Was I Made For?” performed by Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell.
The complete list of winners included a diverse array of films and talents, highlighting the richness and variety of the cinematic landscape.
In summary, “Oppenheimer” emerged as the night’s biggest victor, solidifying its place in cinematic history with a triumphant haul of awards, including the coveted Best Picture accolade. With its stellar cast, direction, and production values, the film captivated audiences and critics alike, earning widespread acclaim at the prestigious Oscars ceremony.
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