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, as they kicked off the nominations with the best supporting actress category.
Fanning's appearance got things off to a spicy start from the earliest possible moment - she had received praise for her performance in the Norwegian family drama but few had predicted a nomination.
The opening category set the tone for a string of snubs and surprises, which started coming thick and fast. Here are eight of the big takeaways.
1. **Some hot favourites missed out**
Although 'Hamnet' and 'One Battle After Another' did well, both had a slightly softer showing than expected in the acting categories. Paul Mescal missed out on a supporting actor nod for 'Hamnet' – a surprising omission, although we're confident it won't have much impact on his co-star Jessie Buckley's frontrunner status for best actress. Meanwhile, breakout star Chase Infiniti missed best actress despite being a red-hot contender from 'One Battle After Another.'
2. **F1 is a comfort-food movie**
'F1', which stars Brad Pitt as a racing driver, was the biggest surprise in the best picture category. The film's ability to gain enough momentum for a best picture nomination signifies the Academy's continued appreciation for well-made films.
3. **Sinners were the big winners**
'Sinners' scored a record-breaking 16 nominations, surpassing previous record holders. Ryan Coogler's vampire horror has maintained its momentum with voters, showcasing impressive storytelling and artistic achievement.
4. **Wicked did not bewitch the Academy**
The sequel to 'Wicked' received zero nominations, a significant drop from the first film's 10 nominations. Despite predictions for a best original song nod, it failed to impress the Academy.
5. **The Brits showed up**
'Sinners' delivered the only two British nominations in the acting categories this year, recognizing Wunmi Mosaku and Delroy Lindo.
6. **Several actresses carried their films to a nomination**
This year, several actresses like Rose Byrne and Kate Hudson received nominations while being the only representation for their films, highlighting their significant contributions.
7. **New category is a mixed bag**
The newly introduced casting category included some expected nominations but surprisingly omitted 'Sentimental Value,' which had four individual acting nods.
8. **Timothée is even closer to greatness**
With a standout performance in 'Marty Supreme,' Timothée Chalamet is a frontrunner for best actor, approaching the pinnacle of Hollywood with multiple nominations under his belt.
Elle Fanning, for Sentimental Value, said hosts Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman, as they kicked off the nominations with the best supporting actress category.
Fanning's appearance got things off to a spicy start from the earliest possible moment - she had received praise for her performance in the Norwegian family drama but few had predicted a nomination.
The opening category set the tone for a string of snubs and surprises, which started coming thick and fast. Here are eight of the big takeaways.
1. **Some hot favourites missed out**
Although 'Hamnet' and 'One Battle After Another' did well, both had a slightly softer showing than expected in the acting categories. Paul Mescal missed out on a supporting actor nod for 'Hamnet' – a surprising omission, although we're confident it won't have much impact on his co-star Jessie Buckley's frontrunner status for best actress. Meanwhile, breakout star Chase Infiniti missed best actress despite being a red-hot contender from 'One Battle After Another.'
2. **F1 is a comfort-food movie**
'F1', which stars Brad Pitt as a racing driver, was the biggest surprise in the best picture category. The film's ability to gain enough momentum for a best picture nomination signifies the Academy's continued appreciation for well-made films.
3. **Sinners were the big winners**
'Sinners' scored a record-breaking 16 nominations, surpassing previous record holders. Ryan Coogler's vampire horror has maintained its momentum with voters, showcasing impressive storytelling and artistic achievement.
4. **Wicked did not bewitch the Academy**
The sequel to 'Wicked' received zero nominations, a significant drop from the first film's 10 nominations. Despite predictions for a best original song nod, it failed to impress the Academy.
5. **The Brits showed up**
'Sinners' delivered the only two British nominations in the acting categories this year, recognizing Wunmi Mosaku and Delroy Lindo.
6. **Several actresses carried their films to a nomination**
This year, several actresses like Rose Byrne and Kate Hudson received nominations while being the only representation for their films, highlighting their significant contributions.
7. **New category is a mixed bag**
The newly introduced casting category included some expected nominations but surprisingly omitted 'Sentimental Value,' which had four individual acting nods.
8. **Timothée is even closer to greatness**
With a standout performance in 'Marty Supreme,' Timothée Chalamet is a frontrunner for best actor, approaching the pinnacle of Hollywood with multiple nominations under his belt.
