Grand event
The event was marked by a spectacular win for the film ‘Oppenheimer,’ bagging seven awards from its 13 nominations. Irish actor Cillian Murphy, who starred in ‘Oppenheimer,’ won the Best Actor award, while Hollywood’s talented Emma Stone was named Best Actress.
Oscar Awards 2024: Key Highlights
The Oscars, a much-anticipated event in the entertainment world, recognizes outstanding cinematic achievements. This year, the awards were broadcasted live on Disney Plus Hotstar according to Indian Standard Time on March 11th.
Cillian Murphy: The First Irish Actor to Clinch an Oscar
Cillian Murphy, the seasoned actor from ‘Oppenheimer,’ made history by becoming the first Irish actor to win the Oscar for Best Actor. Murphy’s exceptional performance in ‘Oppenheimer’ as J. Robert Oppenheimer, the creator of the atomic bomb, garnered him much acclaim and the prestigious award.
Emma Stone: Another Feather in Her Cap
On the other hand, Hollywood’s beloved Emma Stone added another feather to her cap by clinching the award for Best Actress. Known for her versatile roles and enchanting performances, Stone’s win was well-deserved and celebrated.
‘Oppenheimer’ Steals the Show
‘Oppenheimer,’ directed by legendary Hollywood director Christopher Nolan, stole the show at the Oscars 2024. The movie had a whopping 13 nominations and won seven awards, including Best Director for Nolan. Robert Downey Jr. also won his first Oscar for his supporting role in ‘Oppenheimer.’
Other Significant Wins
Besides ‘Oppenheimer,’ other films also made their mark at the Oscars. ‘Poor Things’ received 11 nominations and won four awards, including Best Actress for Emma Stone. Leonardo DiCaprio’s ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ received ten nominations. The documentary ‘To Kill a Tiger,’ based on a small village in India and directed by Nisha Pahuja, was also nominated.
The film ‘Barbie,’ even with eight nominations, only managed to win one Oscar for the song ‘What Was I Made For?’ by Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell.
The Complete List of Winners
Here’s a rundown of the significant awards won:
- Best Director: Christopher Nolan for ‘Oppenheimer’
- Best Film: ‘Oppenheimer’
- Best Actress: Emma Stone
- Best Actor: Cillian Murphy for ‘Oppenheimer’
- Best Original Song: ‘What Was I Made For?’ from ‘Barbie’
- Best Original Score: Ludwig for ‘Oppenheimer’
- Best Cinematography: Hoyte Van Hoytema for ‘Oppenheimer’
- Best Live Action Short Film: ‘The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar’ by Wes Anderson and Steven Rales
- Best Documentary Feature: ’20 Days in Mariupol’
The 96th Oscar Awards was a grand celebration of talent and cinematic brilliance, with ‘Oppenheimer’ leading the pack. Notable wins by Cillian Murphy and Emma Stone were the talk of the town, marking a significant milestone in their acting careers. As we look forward to the next awards season, it’s clear that the magic of cinema continues to captivate audiences worldwide, transcending borders and cultures, and the Oscars remains a testament to this global phenomenon.
-Daisy