Oscars 2024: The Champions and Their Triumphs [Full Winners List]
The 2024 Oscars dazzled Hollywood, offering not only a celebration of cinematic excellence but also a reflection on the future of storytelling. Against the glamorous backdrop of Los Angeles, the 94th Academy Awards highlighted the profound impact of cinema globally, showcasing a diverse array of films encompassing various genres, cultures, and languages.
Amidst the glitz, one of the most memorable moments featured actor and former wrestler John Cena, whose entertaining antics while presenting the Oscar for Best Costume Design swiftly turned him into a meme sensation. His unexpected and humorous stage presence, including a convincing “naked” shuffle, became the subject of countless GIFs circulating on social media platforms.
Beyond the amusing interlude, the spotlight belonged to outstanding talents and achievements within the film industry. Notably, ‘Oppenheimer,’ the cinematic adaptation of a biography chronicling physicist Robert Oppenheimer’s life, emerged as a major triumph with seven Oscars to its name.
As the curtain fell on this unforgettable Oscars ceremony, a new chapter in cinematic history began, promising ongoing innovation, diversity, and storytelling excellence in the years ahead.
The list of winners reflected the richness and variety of this year’s cinematic offerings:
Best Picture: ‘Oppenheimer’ (Producers: Emma Thomas, Charles Roven, and Christopher Nolan)
Best Directing: Christopher Nolan, ‘Oppenheimer’
Best Actor in a Leading Role: Cillian Murphy, ‘Oppenheimer’
Best Actress in a Leading Role: Emma Stone, ‘Poor Things’
Best Original Score: ‘Oppenheimer’
Best Film Editing: ‘Oppenheimer’
Best Makeup and Hairstyling: Nadia Stacey, Mark Coulier, and Josh Weston, ‘Poor Things’
Best Visual Effects: ‘Godzilla Minus One’
Best Original Song: ‘What Was I Made For?’ from ‘Barbie’; Music and Lyric by Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell
Best Sound: ‘The Zone of Interest’
Best Documentary Feature Film: ’20 Days in Mariupol’
Best International Feature Film: ‘The Zone of Interest’ (United Kingdom)
Best Animated Feature Film: ‘The Boy and the Heron’ by Hayao Miyazaki and Toshio Suzuki
The acknowledgment of outstanding contributions and the global diversity showcased at the 2024 Oscars set the stage for a future marked by continued cinematic brilliance, innovation, and inclusivity. As the film industry moves forward, these achievements will undoubtedly shape the narrative landscape for years to come.
