The 96th Academy Awards took place in Hollywood, marking the end of an awards season filled with unique challenges and triumphs. Oppenheimer emerged as the big winner of the night, securing seven Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor.
The film, based on the book 'American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer,' was praised for its adaptation and timely relevance in today's world. Universal, the studio behind Oppenheimer, celebrated a successful campaign led by industry veterans.
Another standout of the evening was Greta Gerwig's 'Barbie,' which won Best Original Song. Despite only one Oscar win, the film's box office success was recognized with the Bank of America Award.
Yorgos Lanthimos' 'Poor Things' also made a strong showing, securing four wins in various categories. Emma Stone's performance in the film earned her the Lead Actress award, edging out tough competition.
The Cannes Film Festival received accolades as two of its winners, 'Anatomy of a Fall' and 'The Zone of Interest,' took home Oscars for Best Original Screenplay and Best International Feature, respectively.
Streaming giants like Netflix and Amazon had mixed results, with Netflix winning only one award for Best Live-Action Short. Amazon's 'American Fiction' claimed the Best Adapted Screenplay award.
Apple faced disappointment as Martin Scorsese's 'Killers' went 0-for-10, despite a strong campaign effort. The film's length and distribution method were cited as factors contributing to its lack of success.
The 96th Oscars highlighted the Academy's international reach, with members from 93 countries participating in the voting process. Several non-English language films received recognition, underscoring the global nature of the awards.
As the industry looks ahead to the next awards season, the impact of this year's winners and trends will undoubtedly shape future strategies and nominations.
