The 2022 Academy Awards were filled with unexpected twists and turns, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats. From Da’Vine Joy Randolph’s win for Best Actress in a Supporting Role to Hayao Miyazaki’s absence during his film’s victory for Best Animated Feature, the night was full of surprises that kept everyone guessing.
Justine Triet’s “Anatomy of a Fall” took home the award for Best Original Screenplay, while Cord Jefferson’s “American Fiction” snagged Best Adapted Screenplay. The audience was treated to a bit of humor when John Cena presented the award for Best Costume Design, complete with a surprising display of nudity. The night took a serious turn when Jonathan Glazer delivered a powerful speech about his film’s connection to the conflict in Gaza upon winning Best International Feature.
Affection for “Poor Things”
It was evident that the Academy had a particular fondness for “Poor Things,” as the film secured wins for Makeup and Hairstyling, Production Design, and Best Actress. Emma Stone’s victory marked her second Oscar, as she beat out tough competition from “Killers of the Flower Moon.” As the evening progressed, it became clear that “Poor Things” had captured the hearts of the Academy.
In a turn of events that surprised few, “Oppenheimer” emerged as the ultimate victor of the night. The film scooped up awards in the Cinematography, Original Score, Best Actor, and Best Director categories, solidifying its place as a standout piece of cinema. The night concluded with “Oppenheimer” reigning supreme, leaving a lasting impression on all who watched.
– Justine Triet – Anatomy of a Fall
– Martin Scorsese – Killers of the Flower Moon
– Christopher Nolan – Oppenheimer
– Yorgos Lanthimos – Poor Things
– Jonathan Glazer – The Zone of Interest
– Annette Bening – Nyad
– Lily Gladstone – Killers of the Flower Moon
– Sandra Hüller – Anatomy of a Fall
– Carey Mulligan – Maestro
– Emma Stone – Poor Things
– Bradley Cooper – Maestro
– Colman Domingo – Rustin
– Paul Giamatti – The Holdovers
– Cillian Murphy – Oppenheimer
– Jeffrey Wright – American Fiction
– The Creator – Godzilla Minus One
– Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
– Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One
– Napoleon
– El Conde
– Killers of the Flower Moon
– Maestro
– Oppenheimer
– Poor Things
– Anatomy of a Fall
– The Holdovers
– Barbie
– Napoleon
– Oppenheimer
– Poor Things
– Golda
– Maestro
– Oppenheimer
– Poor Things
– Society of the Snow
– The Boy and the Heron
– Elemental
– Nimona
– Robot Dreams
– Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
– Io Capitano
– Perfect Days
– Society of the Snow
– The Teachers’ Lounge
– The Zone of Interest
– The ABCs of Book Banning
– The Barber of Little Rock
– Island In Between
– The Last Repair Shop
– Nǫi Nai and Wài Pó
– Bobi Wine: The People’s President
– The Eternal Memory
– Four Daughters
– To Kill a Tiger
– 20 Days in Mariupol
– “The Fire Inside” – Flamin’ Hot
– “I’m Just Ken” – Barbie
– “It Never Went Away” – American Symphony
– “What Was I Made For” – Barbie
– “Wahzhazhe (A Song for My People)” – Killers of the Flower Moon
– Letter to a Pig
– Ninety-Five Senses
– Our Uniform
– Pachyderme
– War is Over!
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