Los Angeles: In a resounding victory for auteur Christopher Nolan, his film ‘Oppenheimer’ clinched the prestigious Best Picture award at the 96th Academy Awards.
This monumental win marks Nolan’s debut Oscar victory for Best Picture, adding to his earlier triumph as Best Director at the ceremony.
‘Oppenheimer’ emerged victorious amidst stiff competition from notable contenders such as ‘American Fiction’, ‘Anatomy of a Fall’, ‘Barbie’, ‘The Holdovers’, ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’, ‘Maestro’, ‘Past Lives’, ‘Poor Things’, and ‘The Zone of Interest’.
Delving into the illustrious career of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the film intricately narrates his pivotal role at the Los Alamos Laboratory during World War II and his subsequent downfall following his 1954 security hearing.
Featuring an ensemble cast comprising Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr., Florence Pugh, Josh Hartnett, Casey Affleck, Rami Malek, and Kenneth Branagh, ‘Oppenheimer’ captivated audiences with its compelling narrative.
In addition to the Best Picture accolade, ‘Oppenheimer’ secured a remarkable total of seven Oscars at the ceremony, including Best Supporting Actor, Best Editing, Best Original Score, Best Cinematography, Best Actor, and Best Director.
The 96th Academy Awards unfolded at the illustrious Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, marking a memorable celebration of cinematic excellence.
'OPPENHEIMER' wins 7 total #Oscars2024 awards
▪️ Best Supporting Actor
▪️ Best Film Editing
▪️ Best Cinematography
▪️ Best Original Score
▪️ Best Actor
▪️ Best Director
▪️ Best Picture#ChristopherNolan #RobertDowneyJr #CillianMurphy pic.twitter.com/sgQru4e2HN— Harsh The Strongest Avenger (@HarshMCU) March 11, 2024