Oscars 2024: Oppenheimer, Emma Stone and Poor Things win big

Oppenheimer and Christopher Nolan shine at the Oscars, with wins in major categories. Emma Stone and Billie Eilish also celebrated victories.

The 96th Academy Awards were a night of triumph for Oppenheimer and Christopher Nolan. Oppenheimer, the Londoner's atomic age origin story, not only added the Best Picture Oscar to its already impressive box-office success but also matched the indie sci-fi film Everything Everywhere All At Once with seven wins in total. This domination was evident in both the acting and technical categories, showcasing the film's widespread appeal and critical acclaim.

Christopher Nolan, a director who had previously only been nominated once for Dunkirk, took home the Best Director award at this year's ceremony. Additionally, his stars Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr. were recognized with Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor awards, respectively. Murphy's win was particularly historic as he became the first Irish-born actor to win an Oscar for Best Actor, a significant achievement in the world of cinema.

Emma Stone also shined at the awards, securing her second Oscar for her role as Bella Baxter in 'Poor Things'. Her performance edged out strong competition from Lily Gladstone in Killers of the Flower Moon, solidifying Stone's status as a powerhouse in the industry. Da'Vine Joy Randolph's portrayal of a grieving yet effervescent school cook in The Holdovers earned her the Best Supporting Actress award, adding another layer of depth to the evening's celebrations.

'Poor Things' continued its winning streak in the craft categories, taking home accolades for Best Costume Design, Best Hair and Make-up, and Best Production Design. These wins highlighted the film's attention to detail and dedication to creating a visually stunning world for audiences to immerse themselves in.

Other notable winners included Jonathan Glazer's The Zone of Interest for Best International Film and Best Sound, marking a significant achievement for British cinema. Wes Anderson also finally received his well-deserved Oscar after eight nominations, with his adaptation of Roald Dahl's The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar winning in the Best Live Action Short category.

In a historic moment, twenty-two-year-old Billie Eilish became the youngest two-time Oscar winner in history, clinching the Best Song award for Barbie's 'What Was I Made For?'. This victory followed her win in the same category for 'No Time To Die' in 2021, solidifying her status as a musical powerhouse with a knack for creating award-winning songs.

Overall, the 96th Academy Awards were a night to remember, with deserving winners across a diverse range of categories. The event showcased the talent and creativity of the film industry, celebrating the hard work and dedication of all those involved in bringing these incredible stories to life on the big screen.