The Oscars 2024 nominations have dropped, bringing the spotlight to Oppenheimer, Poor Things, and Barbie as the leading contenders for this year’s trophies. Yet, the excitement is tinged with disappointment as film buffs react to the notable snubs, echoing concerns raised during the recent Bafta nominations.
Zazie Beetz, known for her roles in Atlanta and Joker, teamed up with Jack Quaid, recognized for his part in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, to unveil this year’s nominees. Let’s take a closer look at the major categories:
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
Best Actor in a Leading Role:
– Bradley Cooper – Maestro
– Colman Domingo – Rustin
– Paul Giamatti – The Holdovers
– Cillian Murphy – Oppenheimer
– Jeffrey Wright – American Fiction
Best 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
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
Greta Gerwig’s absence, along with Andrew Scott and Charles Melton, is causing a stir among fans. As the Oscars anticipation builds, these nominations are already sparking conversations about who deserves to win and who was left out in the cold.