The 2023 Oscar nominations have brought a sense of surprise and excitement to the film industry, as long-time acting legends have finally received the recognition they deserve. At the forefront of this wave of overdue recognition are Colin Farrell and Jamie Lee Curtis, who have both secured their first-ever Academy Award nods. Farrell, a beloved actor to many, has played the leading man in multiple films throughout his career and has finally received a long-awaited Academy Award nomination for his performance as Pádic in “The Banshees of Inisherin”. Curtis, a Scream Queen and horror movie legend, has finally received her first Oscar nomination for her role as Deirdre in “Everything Everywhere All At Once”, a snub that highlights the Academy’s historical disregard for horror movies.
The film that stands out with the most nominations is “Everything Everywhere All At Once”, impressive with its 11 nods. The actors nominated this year have delivered standout performances, including Barry Keoghan, Stephanie Hsu, and Brian Tyree Henry. Keoghan has been making a name for himself in Hollywood with roles in films like “The Batman” and “The Banshees of Inisherin”, and his Best Supporting Actor nomination for his role as Dominic in “The Banshees of Inisherin” is long overdue. Hsu’s impressive career spanning multiple films and TV shows has finally earned her an Academy Award nomination for her role as Mei Lin in “Everything Everywhere All At Once”. Henry has been acting since 2007, with notable roles in films like “Eternals”, “If Beale Street Could Talk”, and “Joker”. His Best Supporting Actor nomination for his performance as James in the film “Causeway” is a testament to his incredible talent.
A Still From Everything Everywhere All At Once (Photo: Everything Everywhere All At Once)
Jamie Lee Curtis’s first Oscar nomination is a testament to her impressive career, with a performance that shines a spotlight on the Academy’s historical disregard for horror movies. Ke Huy Quan has returned to stardom with a Best Supporting Actor nomination for his powerful performance as Waymond in “Everything Everywhere All At Once”, after taking a nearly two-decade hiatus from acting. Michelle Yeoh, a veteran actress with a career spanning back to 1984, has received a Best Actress nomination for her unforgettable performance as Evelyn Wang in “Everything Everywhere All At Once”, adding to the film’s already impressive haul.
Ana de Armas received a Best Actress nomination for her portrayal of Marilyn Monroe in “Blonde”, a performance that received mixed reviews but was arguably one of the best parts of the film. Paul Mescal, who broke out with his role in “Normal People”, received a Best Actor nomination for his performance as Calum in the film “Aftersun”, solidifying his status as a rising star. Brendan Fraser, an actor who has often been overlooked for his phenomenal performances, has finally received a Best Actor Academy Award nomination for his performance as Charlie in “The Whale”, after decades of flying under the radar.
The 2023 Oscar nominations have provided some incredibly deserving winners, and it is exciting to see these talented actors and actresses receive the recognition they so rightly deserve. From long-overdue recognition to groundbreaking achievements, the 2023 Oscar nominations have left a lasting impact on the film industry.
