Awards pundits were taken by surprise from the first two words spoken at the Oscar nominations on Thursday. Elle Fanning, for Sentimental Value, said hosts Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman, kicking off the nominations in the best supporting actress category. Fanning's surprise recognition set the stage for an unexpected list of snubs and surprises. Here are eight major takeaways from the big reveal:
1. **Some hot favorites missed out**: Despite strong performances in films like 'Hamnet' and 'One Battle After Another', actors such as Paul Mescal and breakout star Chase Infiniti did not receive nominations they were expected to claim.
2. **F1 is a comfort-food movie**: Brad Pitt's racing film surprised everyone by landing a spot in the best picture category, proving that well-crafted entertainment is still appreciated by the Academy.
3. **Sinners was the big winner**: Achieving a record-breaking 16 nominations, the film 'Sinners' blends horror with music, securing its place in Oscar history.
4. **Wicked did not bewitch the Academy**: The sequel to 'Wicked' surprisingly received zero nominations, following disappointing reviews.
5. **The Brits showed up**: Wunmi Mosaku and Delroy Lindo were the only British actors nominated this year, showcasing a strong performance in their respective roles in 'Sinners'.
6. **Several actresses carried their films**: Nominations recognized several actresses who were the sole recognition for their films, proving their standout performances.
7. **New casting category mixed reactions**: While this new category showcased many frontrunners, notable films like 'Sentimental Value' missed out on nods for casting despite individual nominations.
8. **Timothée Chalamet is even closer to greatness**: The young actor's strong performances in multiple best picture-nominated films boost his chances of winning his first Oscar, solidifying his status as a Hollywood favorite.
1. **Some hot favorites missed out**: Despite strong performances in films like 'Hamnet' and 'One Battle After Another', actors such as Paul Mescal and breakout star Chase Infiniti did not receive nominations they were expected to claim.
2. **F1 is a comfort-food movie**: Brad Pitt's racing film surprised everyone by landing a spot in the best picture category, proving that well-crafted entertainment is still appreciated by the Academy.
3. **Sinners was the big winner**: Achieving a record-breaking 16 nominations, the film 'Sinners' blends horror with music, securing its place in Oscar history.
4. **Wicked did not bewitch the Academy**: The sequel to 'Wicked' surprisingly received zero nominations, following disappointing reviews.
5. **The Brits showed up**: Wunmi Mosaku and Delroy Lindo were the only British actors nominated this year, showcasing a strong performance in their respective roles in 'Sinners'.
6. **Several actresses carried their films**: Nominations recognized several actresses who were the sole recognition for their films, proving their standout performances.
7. **New casting category mixed reactions**: While this new category showcased many frontrunners, notable films like 'Sentimental Value' missed out on nods for casting despite individual nominations.
8. **Timothée Chalamet is even closer to greatness**: The young actor's strong performances in multiple best picture-nominated films boost his chances of winning his first Oscar, solidifying his status as a Hollywood favorite.
