The 2024 Oscars ceremony took place on March 10, 2024, and it was filled with both historic moments and surprises. The event was broadcast on ABC, with Vanessa Hudgens hosting The Oscars Red Carpet Show alongside Julianne Hough. Jimmy Kimmel hosted the main ceremony, marking the fourth time he had taken on this role. The Oscars Red Carpet Show began at 3:30 p.m. PT/6:30 p.m. ET, building anticipation for the main event starting at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET.
The Nominations
The nominations for the 2024 Oscars were dominated by certain films, with Oppenheimer leading the field with 13 nominations. Other notable contenders included Poor Things with 11 nominations and Killers of the Flower Moon with 10. Notable names in the list of nominees included Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro, Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, Robert Downey Jr., and Jodie Foster. A significant aspect of this year’s nominations was the recognition of diversity, with seven out of the 20 acting nominees being people of color, all of whom received their first nominations.
The Surprises
Despite the high expectations for certain films and individuals, there were several surprises throughout the night. Greta Gerwig, a former winner in the screenplay category, lost to Cord Jefferson, raising questions about oversight in other categories. Lily Gladstone, a frontrunner for Best Actress, was edged out by Emma Stone, resulting in unexpected wins and losses. Leonardo DiCaprio and Margot Robbie were notably omitted from the Best Actor and Best Actress categories, respectively, leading to speculation and discussion about comedic performances and their recognition at the Oscars.
As the night progressed, winners were announced in various categories, with Oppenheimer emerging as a dominant force and taking home seven trophies, including Best Picture and Director. Poor Things and The Zone of Interest also received multiple awards, highlighting the diversity of talent and genres present at the Oscars. Emma Stone won Best Actress for her role in Poor Things, while Cillian Murphy took home the Best Actor award for his performance in Oppenheimer. Other notable winners included Robert Downey Jr. for Best Supporting Actor and Da’Vine Joy Randolph for Best Supporting Actress.
The Oscars ceremony featured a star-studded lineup of presenters, including Zendaya, Nicolas Cage, Jamie Lee Curtis, Brendan Fraser, and many others. Performances by Jon Batiste, Becky G, Billie Eilish, and others brought the nominated songs to life on stage, adding to the entertainment and excitement of the evening. The event aired live on ABC, starting an hour earlier than usual, and was available for streaming on ABC.com and the ABC app.
The 2024 Oscars were a night to remember, filled with memorable moments, surprises, and celebrations of talent across various categories. From the nominations to the winners and the overall atmosphere of the event, the Oscars once again showcased the best and brightest in the world of cinema.
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