96th Academy Awards sees ‘Oppenheimer’ sweeping 7 wins, ‘Poor Things’ earns 4 honours

Los Angeles, March 11 (IANS) Christopher Nolan’s film ‘Oppenheimer’ swept the 96th Academy Awards, winning seven trophies including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Supporting Actor. Murphy accepted the award saying, “we’re all living in Oppenheimer’s world.”

Nolan, winning his first Best Director Oscar after seven nominations, expressed his gratitude for being part of the film industry’s incredible journey. Emma Stone won Best Actress for “Poor Things”, while Da’vine Joy Randolph took home Best Supporting Actress for “The Holdovers”. Robert Downey Jr. won Best Supporting Actor.

Jonathan Glazer, director of “The Zone of Interest”, spoke about violence in the Middle East drawing parallels with the Holocaust. “American Fiction” won Best Adapted Screenplay, and “Anatomy of a Fall” earned Best Original Screenplay. “20 Days in Mariupol” won Best Documentary.

Billie Eilish made history as the youngest two-time Oscar winner at 22 for “Barbie” ballad “What Was I Made For?”. The Academy Awards arrived amidst a tumultuous time for Hollywood, with labor disputes and strikes affecting film production. The ceremony was hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, who joked about various aspects of the film industry.

The awards ceremony also highlighted the disruptions caused by the streaming revolution on talent profits from their work. The Hollywood industry faced challenges in 2023 due to labor disputes and strikes, impacting film production. The Oscars celebrated the best films of the previous year amid these challenges.

Overall, the 96th Academy Awards celebrated the exceptional talent and creativity in the film industry, with ‘Oppenheimer’ emerging as a standout winner in multiple categories. The awards reflected a mix of veteran actors and emerging talents, showcasing the diverse range of storytelling in cinema.