Discover the twists and turns in the 2024 Oscar nominations, featuring unexpected nods, shocking exclusions of Margot Robbie. (Warner Bros. Pictures)
The recently unveiled list of 2024 Oscar nominations has stirred quite a buzz, with notable exclusions leaving fans and critics scratching their heads. While some anticipated nods were indeed on the roster, such as "Oppenheimer" garnering 13 nominations, including recognition for Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr., and Christopher Nolan in various categories, there were surprises and snubs that raised eyebrows.
Among the anticipated nods were Bradley Cooper for "Maestro," Emma Stone for "Poor Things," and Lily Gladstone for "Killers of the Flower Moon," marking a historic moment as the first Native American actress from the United States to receive such recognition.
However, the announcement also came with unexpected choices and puzzling omissions. Ryan Gosling secured a Best Supporting Actor nomination for his role in "Barbie," a comedic performance that traditionally goes unnoticed by the Oscars. Despite the movie receiving a Best Picture nomination, its star Margot Robbie and director Greta Gerwig found themselves absent from the list, prompting questions about how a film can be recognized without acknowledging its director.
The exclusion of Margot Robbie and the inclusion of Ryan Gosling drew reactions from Piers Morgan, who shared his thoughts on X (formerly Twitter), suggesting a nod to the patriarchal tendencies of the Oscars.
A surprising nomination came for America Ferrera in the Best Supporting Actress category for her role in "Barbie." While her performance was commendable, some critics questioned whether it reached the level of Oscar-worthy material, drawing parallels to unconventional nominations in the past.
Even the animated category faced its share of snubs, overlooking Disney's "Wish" featuring Ariana DeBose and Chris Pine.
In the Best Supporting Actor category, alongside Gosling and Downey Jr., Sterling K. Brown ("American Fiction"), Robert De Niro ("Killers of the Flower Moon"), and Mark Ruffalo ("Poor Things") received recognition. However, the absence of Leonardo DiCaprio's portrayal in "Killers of the Flower Moon" and Charles Melton's performance in "May December" left many disappointed, with some going as far as calling it a "disgrace."
The entire film "May December" experienced a notable snub, earning only a Best Screenplay nomination, despite notable performances by Julianne Moore, Natalie Portman, and director Todd Haynes. Surprisingly, performers who received Golden Globe nominations for their roles were left out.
Emerald Fennell's bold "Saltburn," featuring Jacob Elordi, also found itself overlooked, leading to speculations about the Academy Awards' sensibilities, especially considering Barry Keoghan's previous nomination for "The Banshees of Inisherin."
As the anticipation builds for the 2024 Oscars, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel in a new earlier timeslot on March 10, viewers are left hoping for unexpected twists to liven up the telecast.
