Barbenheimer: From Joke to Oscar Contender
What started as a humorous nickname for two of the most talked-about films of the year, “Barbenheimer” – a portmanteau of ‘Barbie’ and ‘Oppenheimer’ – has become a force to be reckoned with at the Oscars. Together, these films have garnered a whopping 21 Academy Award nominations, a testament to their cinematic excellence and audience appeal.
Oppenheimer’s Dominance in Major Categories
Christopher Nolan’s biopic ‘Oppenheimer’ is a front-runner, securing 13 nominations including major categories like Best Picture, Best Actor (Cillian Murphy), Best Supporting Actor (Robert Downey Jr.), Best Supporting Actress (Emily Blunt), and Best Director (Christopher Nolan). The film’s sweeping narrative and stellar performances have positioned it as a potential big winner at the Oscars.
Barbie’s Impressive Showing
Despite missing out on Best Director for Greta Gerwig and Best Actress for Margot Robbie, ‘Barbie’ has made a significant impact with 8 nominations, including Best Picture. The film’s unique take on the iconic doll has resonated with audiences and critics alike. Ryan Gosling and America Ferrera are both in contention for Best Supporting Actor and Actress, respectively, adding to the film’s Oscar credentials.
A Historic Year for Scorsese and Williams
2024 is a landmark year at the Oscars, with Martin Scorsese receiving his 10th nomination for Best Director, surpassing Steven Spielberg’s record. Additionally, John Williams has achieved an astonishing 54th nomination for Best Original Score for ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’, further cementing his legendary status in Hollywood.
The 96th Academy Awards: A Night of Anticipation
The 96th Academy Awards, set to air live on March 10 at 7 PM ET / 4 PM PT on ABC, promises to be an evening filled with glamour, celebration, and potentially history-making moments. The full list of Oscar nominations is a mix of expected contenders and pleasant surprises, setting the stage for an exciting showdown.
Highlights from the 2024 Oscar Nominations
Best Picture
- American Fiction
- Anatomy of a Fall
- Barbie
- The Holdovers
- Killers of the Flower Moon
- Maestro
- Oppenheimer
- Past Lives
- Poor Things
- The Zone of Interest
Actor in a Leading Role
- Bradley Cooper (Maestro)
- Colman Domingo (Rustin)
- Paul Giamatti (The Holdovers)
- Cillian Murphy (Oppenheimer)
- Jeffrey Wright (American Fiction)
Actress in a Leading Role
- Annette Bening (Nyad)
- Lily Gladstone (Killers of the Flower Moon)
- Sandra Hüller (Anatomy of a Fall)
- Carey Mulligan (Maestro)
- Emma Stone (Poor Things)
Actor in a Supporting Role
- Sterling K. Brown (American Fiction)
- Robert De Niro (Killers of the Flower Moon)
- Robert Downey Jr. (Oppenheimer)
- Ryan Gosling (Barbie)
- Mark Ruffalo (Poor Things)
Actress in a Supporting Role
- Emily Blunt (Oppenheimer)
- Danielle Brooks (The Color Purple)
- America Ferrera (Barbie)
- Jodie Foster (Nyad)
- Da’Vine Joy Randolph (The Holdovers)
Directing
- Jonathan Glazer (The Zone of Interest)
- Yorgos Lanthimos (Poor Things)
- Christopher Nolan (Oppenheimer)
- Martin Scorsese (Killers of the Flower Moon)
- Justine Triet (Anatomy of a Fall)
Writing (Adapted Screenplay)
- American Fiction (Cord Jefferson)
- Barbie (Noah Baumbach & Greta Gerwig)
- Oppenheimer (Christopher Nolan)
- Poor Things (Tony McNamara)
- The Zone of Interest (Jonathan Glazer)
Writing (Original Screenplay)
- Anatomy of a Fall (Arthur Harari & Justine Triet)
- The Holdovers (David Hemingson)
- Maestro (Bradley Cooper & Josh Singer)
- May December (Samy Burch & Alex Mechanik)
- Past Lives (Celine Song)
Animated Feature Film
- The Boy and the Heron
- Elemental
- Nimona
- Robot Dreams
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
Music (Original Score)
- American Fiction
- Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
- Killers of the Flower Moon
- Oppenheimer
- Poor Things
Music (Original Song)
- “The Fire Inside” (Flamin’ Hot)
- “I’m Just Ken” (Barbie)
- “It Never Went Away” (American Symphony)
- “Wahzhazhe (A Song For My People)” (Killers of the Flower Moon)
- “What Was I Made For?” (Barbie)
Film Editing
- Anatomy of a Fall
- The Holdovers
- Killers of the Flower Moon
- Oppenheimer
- Poor Things
Cinematography
- El Conde
- Killers of the Flower Moon
- Maestro
- Oppenheimer
- Poor Things
International Feature Film
- Io Capitano
- Perfect Days
- Society of the Snow
- The Teachers’ Lounge
- The Zone of Interest
Documentary Feature Film
- Bobi Wine: The People’s President
- The Eternal Memory
- Four Daughters
- To Kill a Tiger
- 20 Days in Mariupol
Live Action Short Film
- The Actor
- Invincible
- Knight of Fortune
- Red, White and Blue
- The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar
Documentary Short Film
- The ABCs of Book Banning
- The Barber of Little Rock
- The Island In Between
- The Last Repair Shop
- Nǎi Nai and Wài Pó
Animated Short Film
- Letter to a Pig
- Ninety-Five Senses
- Our Uniform
- Pachyderme
- War Is Over!
Production Design
- Barbie
- Killers of the Flower Moon
- Napoleon
- Oppenheimer
- Poor Things
Costume Design
- Barbie
- Killers of the Flower Moon
- Napoleon
- Oppenheimer
- Poor Things
Makeup and Hairstyling
- Golda
- Maestro
- Oppenheimer
- Poor Things
- Society of the Snow
Sound
- The Creator
- Maestro
- Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One
- Oppenheimer
- The Zone of Interest
Visual Effects
- The Creator
- Godzilla Minus One
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3
- Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One
- Napoleon
A Celebration of Cinematic Brilliance
The 2024 Oscars, with its diverse and talent-packed nominations, is all set to celebrate the year’s best in cinema. From the awe-inspiring ‘Oppenheimer’ to the playful yet poignant ‘Barbie’, this year’s ceremony is more than just an award show – it’s a testament to the power of storytelling and the magic of movies.
