As a lifelong movie enthusiast with a penchant for the unconventional and the fantastical, I must say that this year’s Oscar shortlist has me on the edge of my seat. The inclusion of genre heavyweights like Alien: Romulus and Deadpool & Wolverine is not only a testament to the growing acceptance of these genres within the film industry but also a nod to the millions of fans who have longed for recognition of their beloved films.
As a die-hard fan of sci-fi, horror, and comic book movies, I’m overjoyed to share the news that my favorite films of the year – “Alien: Romulus” and “Deadpool & Wolverine” – have made it onto multiple Oscar shortlists! “Alien: Romulus” is currently up for “Original Score,” “Sound,” and “Visual Effects,” while “Deadpool & Wolverine” has found a place in the “Sound” and “Visual Effects” categories. This exciting development gives us fans reason to hope that these films, along with other genre movies, could receive nominations across various categories when the final list is revealed on January 17, 2025. Could there ever be a more blood-pumping Oscars shortlist than this?
Some standout films that were recognized in various categories include “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” (nominated for “Makeup and Hairstyling” and “Original Score”), “Dune: Part Two” (contending for “Makeup and Hairstyling”, “Sound”, and “Visual Effects”), “Nosferatu” (competing in “Makeup and Hairstyling” and “Original Score”), “The Substance” (in the running for “Makeup and Hairstyling”), and “Joker: Folie à Deux” (nominated for “Sound”).
Fans of Marvel might want to keep their expectations moderate since these suggested films are still tentative. The final round of voting to decide the official nominees will happen from January 8 to January 12, 2025. While these early recognitions are encouraging, they don’t guarantee a nomination at the prestigious awards event. However, given Hugh Jackman’s universally praised portrayal of Wolverine, there’s buzz about a potential acting category nod.
For decades, it’s been a trend for the Academy to primarily nominate science fiction, horror, fantasy, and superhero movies in technical categories, with only occasional exceptions. This is partly because these genres are more known for their mass appeal rather than cinematic artistry. People tend to appreciate these films mainly for their visual effects rather than acting, writing, or directing. However, it’s important to note that these types of movies can still possess a great deal of artistic merit. With the Academy’s latest shortlist announcement, let’s keep our fingers crossed that they’re beginning to acknowledge that films featuring aliens, superpowers, and bloodsuckers have the potential for equal brilliance as more traditional Oscar contenders like dramas, biopics, or historical films.
Below is a partial list of shortlisted films:
Makeup and Hairstyling
- The Apprentice
- Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
- A Different Man
- Dune: Part Two
- Emilia Pérez
- Maria
- Nosferatu
- The Substance
- Waltzing with Brando
- Wicked
Original Score
- Alien: Romulus
- Babygirl
- Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
- Blink Twice
- Blitz
- The Brutalist
- Challengers
- Conclave
- Emilia Pérez
- The Fire Inside
- Gladiator II
- Horizon: An American Saga Chapter 1
- Inside Out 2
- Nosferatu
- The Room Next Door
- Sing Sing
- The Six Triple Eight
- Wicked
- The Wild Robot
- Young Woman and the Sea
Sound
- Alien: Romulus
- Blitz
- A Complete Unknown
- Deadpool & Wolverine
- Dune: Part Two
- Emilia Pérez
- Gladiator II
- Joker: Folie à Deux
- Wicked
- The Wild Robot
Visual Effects
- Alien: Romulus
- Better Man
- Civil War
- Deadpool & Wolverine
- Dune: Part Two
- Gladiator II
- Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
- Mufasa: The Lion King
- Twisters
- Wicked
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