Emotional Highs, Unexpected Turns: ‘Barbie’ Shines, Indian Film ‘2018’ Misses the Oscar 2024 Spot in a Year of Cinematic Surprises
The excitement is palpable as the shortlists for the 96th Academy Awards have been unveiled, revealing a mix of anticipated nods, surprising twists, and a few eyebrow-raising omissions. Greta Gerwig’s enchanting creation, ‘Barbie,’ steals the spotlight with a remarkable five nominations, making it a front-runner in this year’s Oscars 2024 race. However, the journey is not without its share of unexpected turns.
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Barbie’s Oscar 2024 Triumph:
‘Barbie’ captivates in the Oscar 2024 race, dominating sound and earning a triple presence in original songs with Billie Eilish’s ‘What I Was Made For?,’ Dua Lipa’s ‘Dance the Night,’ and Mark Ronson’s ‘I’m Just Ken.’ Additionally, its place in the original score category solidifies the film’s Oscar journey, reaffirming its status as a cinematic masterpiece in the spotlight of the 96th Academy Awards.
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‘Barbie’ shines in the Oscar 2024 limelight, while diverse films like ‘The Zone of Interest’ (United Kingdom), Tran Anh Hung’s ‘The Taste of Things’ (France), Lila Aviles’ ‘Totem’ (Mexico), and Aki Kaurismaki’s ‘Fallen Leaves’ (Finland) enrich the International Feature Film category. Yet, it’s a regrettable year for Indian cinema, with no entries on the list, adding both excitement and disappointment to the unfolding narrative of the 96th Academy Awards.
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Oscar 2024’s Musical Gems Await Audience Hearts
In the music categories of Oscar 2024, Daniel Pemberton’s work in ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,’ Ludwig Goransson’s contributions to ‘Oppenheimer,’ and Robbie Robertson’s impact on ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ stand out. Noteworthy are two soul-stirring songs from ‘The Colour Purple,’ ‘Keep It Movin’ and ‘Superpower,’ performed by Halle Bailey and Fantasia Barrino, making a lasting impression on the audience’s hearts in anticipation of the 96th Academy Awards.
In a surprising turn for Oscar 2024, ‘Barbie’ confronts an unforeseen challenge in makeup and hairstyling, facing unexpected competition from ‘Beau is Afraid’ and the horror thriller ‘The Last Voyage of the Demeter.’ The unexpected twist continues as anticipated contenders like ‘The Colour Purple’ and ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ miss the mark in this category, adding suspense to the unfolding narrative of the 96th Academy Awards.
Unforeseen Shifts Propel Versatility in Oscar 2024 Race
Christopher Nolan’s ‘Oppenheimer’ also takes an unexpected turn by missing out on the visual effects category. However, it compensates with commendations in makeup, sound, and score, showcasing the film’s versatility and craftsmanship. These twists and turns in the shortlists provide an early glimpse into the potential Oscar 2024 contenders, leaving film enthusiasts and industry insiders speculating about which films will garner significant support from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
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With the category lists open for voting from January 11 to January 16, the film world is abuzz with anticipation. The official nominations are set to be unveiled on January 23, building up the suspense leading to the 96th Academy Awards scheduled for March 10. The final voting phase will take place from February 22 to 27, and as the cinematic community holds its breath, the stage is undeniably set for a night of glamour, surprises, and the celebration of outstanding achievements in the world of film. The countdown to the Oscars 2024 has begun, and the world eagerly awaits the unfolding of this captivating cinematic journey.
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