The 98th Academy Award nominations have recognized a stellar group of talent, with several individuals achieving multiple nods across various categories. Filmmakers Ryan Coogler, Paul Thomas Anderson, Chloé Zhao, and Josh Safdie, alongside actors Timothée Chalamet and Emma Stone, have each earned impressive distinctions for their work in highly acclaimed films. This year's nominations highlight a diverse range of cinematic achievements, from groundbreaking horror to poignant dramas, setting the stage for an exciting awards ceremony.
Ryan Coogler's horror film, Sinners, has made history by securing a record-setting 16 nominations, a feat unprecedented in the Academy's history. Coogler himself is recognized in three categories: Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and as a producer for Best Picture. This remarkable achievement underscores his multifaceted contributions to the film's critical success and widespread acclaim.
Josh Safdie, the creative force behind Marty Supreme, leads the individual nominations with nods in four distinct categories: Director, Original Screenplay, Editing, and Best Picture (as a producer). His frequent collaborator, Ronald Bronstein, shares nominations for Original Screenplay and Editing, also contributing to the film's nine total nominations and Best Picture bid. Their collaborative efforts continue to impress the Academy.
Timothée Chalamet, the star of Marty, has received dual recognition this year. He is nominated for Best Actor and as a producer for the film's Best Picture nomination. Notably, Chalamet is the only acting nominee to return from the previous year's awards, a testament to his consistent strong performances and rising prominence in the industry.
Paul Thomas Anderson's film, One Battle After Another, garnered 13 nominations, with Anderson personally receiving three. His nominations include Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay, and Best Picture (as a producer). Meanwhile, Chloé Zhao, director of Hamnet, also secured three nominations for Directing, Adapted Screenplay, and Best Picture (as a producer), contributing to her film's eight overall nominations. These seasoned directors continue to demonstrate their mastery of storytelling.
Guillermo Del Toro's latest work, Frankenstein, received nine nominations, with Del Toro earning recognition for Best Picture and Best Adapted Screenplay. Joachim Trier was also nominated for Best Director and Best Original Screenplay for his film, Sentimental Value. Two-time Oscar winner Emma Stone is a double nominee this year, competing for Best Actress and as a producer for Bugonia.
Adding an international dimension to the nominations, Jafar Panahi, the Iranian filmmaker, received nods for Original Screenplay and Best International Feature for his film It Was Just an Accident. His recognition highlights the global reach and diversity celebrated by the Academy. The 98th Academy Awards ceremony, hosted by Conan O’Brien, is scheduled to air live on ABC and stream on Hulu from the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood on Sunday, March 15th, beginning at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT.
This year's Academy Awards showcase a powerful blend of established and emerging talent, with multiple artists being celebrated for their extraordinary contributions across various aspects of filmmaking. The widespread recognition for direction, screenwriting, acting, and producing underscores the depth and quality of cinematic achievements from the past year, promising an evening of deserved accolades for these creative visionaries.
