LOS ANGELES — The spotlight was on “Oppenheimer,” helmed by Christopher Nolan and featuring Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr., and Emily Blunt at the Oscars on Sunday. The movie had a stellar run during awards season and has now clinched the Best Picture title at the 2024 Academy Awards. “Oppenheimer” secured seven Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Supporting Actor. It also took home awards for Best Film Editing, Best Cinematography, and Best Original Score by Ludwig Göransson. With 13 nominations and close to $1 billion in global earnings, the film has made a significant impact.
Christopher Nolan Claims Best Director Oscar Christopher Nolan, the acclaimed British director, sealed his frontrunner status by winning his first Oscar for directing “Oppenheimer.” Despite previous nominations for “Dunkirk,” “Inception,” and “Memento,” this win marked a special moment in Nolan’s career. In his acceptance speech, he reflected on the evolution of cinema and expressed gratitude for being recognized by the Academy. Surpassing fellow nominees such as Martin Scorsese and Yorgos Lanthimos, Nolan’s win was a memorable highlight of the evening.
Cillian Murphy Triumphs as Best Actor Cillian Murphy, known for his collaborations with Christopher Nolan, received his first Oscar for his portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer in “Oppenheimer.” This victory marked a significant milestone for Murphy, who expressed his joy and gratitude towards his co-stars and family. His heartfelt dedication to “all the peacemakers” added a poignant touch to his acceptance speech.
Robert Downey Jr. Wins First Supporting Actor Oscar Robert Downey Jr. secured his first Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Lewis Strauss in “Oppenheimer.” Reflecting on the unique narrative of the film, Downey Jr. emphasized its thought-provoking impact on audiences. The success of “Oppenheimer” was further highlighted by its wins at various prestigious award ceremonies throughout the season.
In conclusion, “Oppenheimer” emerged as a standout winner at the 2024 Academy Awards, showcasing exceptional talent and storytelling that captivated audiences and critics alike.
Oppenheimer
“Oppenheimer”, directed by Christopher Nolan and starring Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr, and Emily Blunt, dominated the 2024 Academy Awards, winning seven Oscars including Best Picture. Christopher Nolan won his first Oscar for Best Director, Cillian Murphy won Best Actor, and Robert Downey Jr won Best Supporting Actor for their roles in the film.
“Oppenheimer” won seven Oscars at the 2024 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor.
Christopher Nolan won his first Oscar for Best Director for “Oppenheimer”.
Cillian Murphy won his first Oscar for Best Actor for his role in “Oppenheimer”.
Robert Downey Jr won his first Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role in “Oppenheimer”.
The film received a leading 13 nominations and earned nearly $1 billion worldwide.
John Cena presents the award for Best Costume Design onstage during the 96th Annual Academy Awards oscars-2024
Oscars: Full List of Winners 🎖️
📽️ Best Picture
American Fiction (Ben LeClair, Nikos Karamigios, Cord Jefferson and Jermaine Johnson, Producers)
Anatomy of a Fall (Marie-Ange Luciani and David Thion, Producers)
Barbie (David Heyman, Margot Robbie, Tom Ackerley and Robbie Brenner, Producers)
The Holdovers (Mark Johnson, Producer)
Killers of the Flower Moon (Dan Friedkin, Bradley Thomas, Martin Scorsese and Daniel Lupi, Producers)
Maestro (Bradley Cooper, Steven Spielberg, Fred Berner, Amy Durning and Kristie Macosko Krieger, Producers)
🏆 Oppenheimer (Emma Thomas, Charles Roven and Christopher Nolan, Producers) (WINNER)
Past Lives (David Hinojosa, Christine Vachon and Pamela Koffler, Producers)
Poor Things (Ed Guiney, Andrew Lowe, Yorgos Lanthimos and Emma Stone, Producers)
The Zone of Interest (James Wilson, Producer)
📽️ Best Directing
Justine Triet (Anatomy of a Fall)
Martin Scorsese (Killers of the Flower Moon)
🏆 Christopher Nolan (Oppenheimer) (WINNER)
Yorgos Lanthimos (Poor Things)
Jonathan Glazer (The Zone of Interest)
📽️ Best Actor in a Leading Role
Bradley Cooper (Maestro)
Colman Domingo (Rustin)
Paul Giamatti (The Holdovers)
🏆 Cillian Murphy (Oppenheimer) (WINNER)
Jeffrey Wright (American Fiction)
📽️ Best 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) (WINNER)
📽️ Best Actor in a Supporting Role
Sterling K. Brown (American Fiction)
Robert De Niro (Killers of the Flower Moon)
🏆 Robert Downey Jr. (Oppenheimer) (WINNER)
Ryan Gosling (Barbie)
Mark Ruffalo (Poor Things)
📽️ Best 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) (WINNER)
📽️ Best Writing (Adapted Screenplay)
🏆 American Fiction (Written for the screen by Cord Jefferson) (WINNER)
Barbie (Written by Greta Gerwig & Noah Baumbach)
Oppenheimer (Written for the screen by Christopher Nolan)
Poor Things (Screenplay by Tony McNamara)
The Zone of Interest (Written by Jonathan Glazer)
📽️ Best Writing (Original Screenplay)
🏆 Anatomy of a Fall (Screenplay by Justine Triet and Arthur Harari) (WINNER)
The Holdovers (Written by David Hemingson)
Maestro (Written by Bradley Cooper & Josh Singer)
May December (Screenplay by Samy Burch; Story by Samy Burch & Alex Mechanik)
Past Lives (Written by Celine Song)
📽️ Best Animated Feature
🏆 The Boy and the Heron (Hayao Miyazaki and Toshio Suzuki) (WINNER)
Elemental (Peter Sohn and Denise Ream)
Nimona (Nick Bruno, Troy Quane, Karen Ryan and Julie Zackary)