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After ‘Oppenheimer’ Dominates the Oscar Nominations, Can Anything Stop Christopher Nolan’s Epic?


"Oppenheimer" is undoubtedly the frontrunner for best picture with "Barbie" underperforming at the 2024 Oscars nominations.

After winning the Critics Choice Award and the Golden Globe, and with two previous nominations for “Chaplin” (1992) and “Tropic Thunder” (2008), he’s clearly the favorite However, it isn’t entirely sealed for him yet, as Mark Ruffalo’s inclusion for “ Poor Things ” is intriguing. Justine Triet’s “Anatomy of a Fall” received five significant nominations, and the French courtroom drama is a strong contender for best original screenplay, alongside Alexander Payne’s “The Holdovers” and Celine Song’s “Past Lives.” I’m keeping a close eye on best actress nominee Sandra Huller, who stands a solid chance at winning BAFTA, to emerge as a possible dark horse. With only one previous nomination for “Cinderella Man” (2005), Giamatti, at 56, commands great respect and support from his peers, positioning the veteran actor for a potential win at the Dolby Theatre.

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