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January 23, 2024 | 8:08 PM
Within the wake of Tuesday's Oscar nominations announcement, it seems the much-hyped movie “Barbie,” the highest-grossing movie of 2023, has suffered notable exclusions from main classes. Greta Gerwig, the director behind the movie, was noticeably absent from the Greatest Director class, inflicting disappointment amongst followers who really feel she was unfairly ignored. Margot Robbie, regardless of…
Within the wake of Tuesday's Oscar nominations announcement, it seems the much-hyped movie “Barbie,” the highest-grossing movie of 2023, has suffered notable exclusions from main classes. Greta Gerwig, the director behind the movie, was noticeably absent from the Greatest Director class, inflicting disappointment amongst followers who really feel she was unfairly ignored. Margot Robbie, regardless of incomes nominations from the Golden Globes and the SAG Awards, failed to position within the Greatest Actress class.
The dearth of Gerwig's nomination for Greatest Director, particularly contemplating that “Barbie” is the one $1 billion movie directed by a lady, has fueled on-line debate. Regardless of this setback, 'Barbie' managed to rack up eight nominations, together with awards for America Ferrera within the Supporting Actor class and Ryan Gosling for Greatest Actor. Nonetheless, classes reminiscent of Greatest Cinematography and Hair/Make-up didn’t obtain the anticipated nominations, with Robbie's intensive assortment of 30 lipsticks and 48 wigs not incomes a nod.
Whereas the shocking feedback might increase eyebrows, there’s a optimistic edge for “Barbie” as it’s nonetheless up for Greatest Image. Robbie, who co-produced the movie, retains her likelihood for an Academy Award. Moreover, Greta Gerwig is up for Greatest Tailored Screenplay, sharing the nomination together with her husband and co-writer, Noah Baumbach.
The Academy's determination to categorise “Barbie” as an tailored screenplay fairly than an unique has confused some followers and drawn criticism from author/director Judd Apatow. Apatow mentioned on Twitter: “It’s insulting to the writers to say they have been working from present materials. There was no present materials or story. There was a transparent field.”
On-line, netizens have expressed their disappointment and accused the Academy of being out of contact and biased. One fan tweeted: “No matter your emotions about Barbie as a film, how are you going to not even acknowledge the ladies who made it occur?” One other commented: “Ken will get extra nominations for the Barbie film than Barbie herself.”
Regardless of the Oscar controversy, “Barbie” has undeniably resonated with audiences, attaining groundbreaking success on the field workplace and receiving essential acclaim. Because the movie's impression extends past awards season, its relevance and affect will proceed. The Academy Awards air on March 10 and supply a platform for additional reflection on the popularity and illustration of movies that seize the hearts of viewers.
