The 2024 Oscar nominations have sparked discussions across the film industry, highlighting notable omissions and unexpected inclusions. Among the most talked-about exclusions is Paul Mescal, who was anticipated to receive a nomination for his role as William Shakespeare in the adaptation of the award-winning novel, Hamnet. Instead, Delroy Lindo earned a surprise nomination for his performance in the vampire drama Sinners.
Critics had predicted that Mescal would secure a spot in the Best Supporting Actor category, making Lindo’s nomination a significant surprise. His work in Sinners has garnered critical acclaim, but many industry insiders expected him to be overlooked in favor of Mescal or Adam Sandler, who was also considered a strong contender for his role in Jay Kelly.
Another unexpected outcome involved Chase Infiniti, who was forecasted to compete for the Best Actress award for her breakout role in One Battle After Another, where she portrays the daughter of a disillusioned revolutionary played by Leonardo DiCaprio. Instead, Kate Hudson received the nomination for her performance in Song Sung Blue, leaving Infiniti among this year’s notable omissions.
In the Best Supporting Actress category, Ariana Grande was anticipated to be nominated, but she missed out, with Elle Fanning taking her expected place for her role in Sentimental Value.
The nominations also featured some surprises in the top categories. The blockbuster film F1, starring Damson Idris and Brad Pitt, made an unexpected entry into the Best Picture race. However, this inclusion came at the expense of It Was Such An Accident, an Iranian film that won acclaim at the Cannes Film Festival, which many had expected to compete. The film’s director, Jafar Panahi, also did not receive a nomination, with Marty Supreme and Josh Safdie taking the spot instead.
Additionally, the renowned director Guillermo Del Toro was overlooked, despite his film achieving a nomination for Best Picture and securing several technical nods, including a Best Supporting Actor nomination for Jacob Elordi.
As the frontrunner, Sinners leads the nominations with a total of 16 nods, showcasing its widespread recognition within the Academy. The ceremony is scheduled for March 15, 2024, in Hollywood, hosted by comedian Conan O’Brien. The event will be broadcast on various platforms, including ITV, ITVX, STV, and STV Player in the United Kingdom.
With these revelations, the 2024 Oscars are poised to deliver a ceremony filled with surprises, reflecting the ever-evolving landscape of the film industry.
