After a lot of speculation and predictions the nominations for the upcoming Academy Awards have finally been announced. TMP has the full list and breakdown for the nominations.
Shaz from FL writes: “The Academy Awards are just around the corner, and if recent shows are any indication, Oppenheimer will be taking its biggest prize. But should it?”
Oscars 2023 might witness new rounds of celebrations, accolades, and the usual reminiscence of the Slapgate fiasco.
Oscars 2023 Live Updates: Check Out the Complete list of Winner from the 95th Academy Awards here.
I'm disappointed that Nolan did not get a nod for Best Director. The Academy has a track record for denying certain talents their just praise. I mean, how long did it take before Scorsese finally won his Best Director Oscar? Nolan's coronation will eventually come at the Oscar's; us fans will just have to wait extra longer.
Something to note here: in the past 20+ years only like 3 or 4 times has Best Picture won by a film that didn't receive Best Director Oscar. Thus, with the 10 nominees (Picture) vs 5 nominees (Director) you can pretty much rule out Toy Story 3, Inception, 127 Hours, The Kids Are All Right and Winter's Bone as winning Best Picture.
Oh, and I also don't like how Catfish keeps getting snubbed in the Documentary categories.
While The King's Speech' merits are questionable, if you evaluate it in terms of a SLAM DUNK Best Picture Winner (as many are reporting), there is no doubt that Firth's performance is spellbindingly outstanding. JL, I am sure you will agree with me once you ultimately watch it.