The 96th Academy Awards, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, dazzled audiences on March 10, celebrating the finest achievements in cinema from the past year. Among the standout winners was Christopher Nolan's riveting biopic drama, Oppenheimer, which clinched an impressive seven Oscars, including the coveted Best Picture award. Moreover, Billie Eilish and Finneas O'Connell, musician siblings, achieved a remarkable feat at the 96th Academy Awards, making history as the youngest-ever two-time winners of the Best Song category. Their win came for the song What Was I Made For? featured in Greta Gerwig's film Barbie. This original soundtrack not only earned them the prestigious award but also saw Billie deliver a captivating performance of the song during the ceremony.
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Led by the brilliant performance of Cillian Murphy, Oppenheimer emerged as a frontrunner with an impressive 13 nominations, ultimately securing victories in key categories such as Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Cinematography.
In a remarkable display of talent and artistry, the star-studded event also saw a diverse array of films honoured across various categories. Emma Stone shined as she took home the award for Best Actress for Poor Things, while Da'Vine Joy Randolph captured hearts with her winning portrayal in The Holdovers, earning the title of Best Supporting Actress.
Robert Downey Jr.'s compelling performance in Oppenheimer earned him the accolade for Best Supporting Actor, adding to the evening's excitement and acclaim. Meanwhile, Christopher Nolan's direction was recognised with the Best Director award, further cementing his status as one of cinema's most visionary filmmakers.
The Oscars also celebrated outstanding achievements in screenplay, with American Fiction and Anatomy of a Fall taking home the awards for Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Original Screenplay, respectively.
The evening was not without its musical highlights, as the heartfelt anthem What Was I Made For? claimed the award for Best Original Song, leaving a lasting impression on audiences worldwide.
In the international category, The Zone of Interest captivated audiences and secured the award for Best International Feature, while The Boy and the Heron soared to victory as the Best Animated Feature. Documentary filmmaking was also honored, with 20 Days in Mariupol receiving recognition as the Best Documentary Feature, offering a poignant exploration of the human experience.
The artistic achievements of Poor Things were celebrated with wins in multiple categories, including Best Costume Design, Best Makeup and Hairstyling, and Best Production Design, showcasing the film's meticulous attention to detail and visual allure.
Technical excellence was also acknowledged, with Godzilla Minus One earning the award for Best Visual Effects, while The Zone of Interest and Oppenheimer were recognized for their exceptional sound and editing.
Short films made a significant impact as well, with The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, War Is Over! Inspired by the Music of John & Yoko, and The Last Repair Shop taking home awards in their respective categories.