The 2024 Oscars celebrated the best in film with a glamorous ceremony that saw top talents and groundbreaking movies win prestigious awards. Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s winners, notable moments, and historical achievements.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Oppenheimer" Dominates: The film led with 13 nominations and secured multiple wins, including Best Picture, Best Actor, and Best Director.
Winners spanned across various categories, showcasing talent from around the world.
Memorable hosting by Jimmy Kimmel, marked by humor and engaging presentations, making it a night to remember.
The Host and Highlights
Hollywood’s biggest night brought celebrities to the red carpet, with all eyes on the 96th Annual Academy Awards. Hosted at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles by Jimmy Kimmel, the evening celebrated the best films of 2023. “Oppenheimer” led with an impressive 13 nominations, dominating the event under the direction of Hamish Hamilton and producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan.
Winners of the Night
Here’s a rundown of the major categories and their winners:
Best Picture Winner: “Oppenheimer”
Best Actor Winner: Cillian Murphy for “Oppenheimer”
Best Actress Winner: Carey Mulligan for “Maestro”
Best Supporting Actor Winner: Robert Downey Jr. for “Oppenheimer”
Best Supporting Actress Winner: Da’Vine Joy Randolph for “The Holdovers”
Best Director Winner: Christopher Nolan for “Oppenheimer”
International Feature Film Winner: “The Zone of Interest” from the United Kingdom
Animated Feature Film Winner: “The Boy and the Heron”
Adapted Screenplay Winner: “American Fiction”
Original Screenplay Winner: “Anatomy of a Fall”
Visual Effects Winner: “Godzilla Minus One”
Original Score Winner: “Oppenheimer”
Original Song Winner: “What Was I Made For?” from “Barbie”
Documentary Feature Film Winner: “20 Days in Mariupol”
Cinematography Winner: “Oppenheimer”
Costume Design Winner: “Poor Things”
Animated Short Film Winner: “War Is Over! Inspired by the Music of John & Yoko”
Live Action Short Film Winner: “The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar”
Documentary Short Film Winner: “The Last Repair Shop”
Film Editing Winner: “Oppenheimer”
Sound Winner: “The Zone of Interest”
Production Design Winner: “Poor Things”
Makeup and Hairstyling Winner: “Poor Things”
2024 Oscars: Wrapping Up
The Oscars 2024 wasn’t just about clapping for the best movies from last year. It was about showing how movies are changing, shining a light on new faces, awesome new ways of telling stories, and historic wins. This year’s show was all about cheering for different kinds of stories, creative ideas, and top-notch filmmaking.
Grace Angelique
An accomplished Art News Journalist with a decade of experience, Grace has passionately covered global art events, exhibitions, and emerging trends. With a keen eye for aesthetics and a pulse on the art world's undercurrents, Grace has crafted compelling narratives that bridge art and its societal impacts. Her work has graced major publications, offering readers a fresh perspective on contemporary art and its evolving landscape.
