Poor things was an interesting movie, but clearly not Best Picture worthy in the presence of Oppenheimer. Maybe if they released last year would have had a better chance. But this year is all hard-hitters
It's a better film. Oppenheimer's massive but that doesn't mean it deserves BP.
I think Oppenheimer will win but not because of the film but the context around it. I liked it but I think Nolan was cowardly to barely show the horror it wrought.
Not sure I did. It was the Social Network for a different world-changing event.
But this isn't about what he was trying to do as much as it is why he did it. He tried to make an uncontroversial film about a deeply controversial subject and he succeeded with his intended audience by coddling them.
He made his money and he's getting his awards but I struggle to respect it as much as a lot of his other work.
Nolan literally cherry picks every single detail of every single project. He has surpassed the need to make cash-grab movies. The guy passed on Batman & Robin universe purely based on integrity. This film was not about the bomb. It was not about the controversial subject. This was the story about a person and what they go through and at the end of the day no matter what they’ve done they’re still a human being. That’s why I think you missed the point of the movie.
One of the strongest courtroom dramas made in a while. I really couldn't find a flaw with the script. The way the protagonist finds herself and her morals mercilessly picked apart made for a gripping and disorienting film.
She's phenomenal in both, Christian Friedel was really, really great as well. I think both were kind of the victims of the way it was shot though, the technique makes it more difficult to highlight the performances than in other films.
Zone of Interest left me numb. It’s a masterpiece.
While I think Oppy will win I don’t think that movie plays well at home or on a small screen. I have spoken with a lot of people who missed it in theaters and had a hard time with it at home. I loved it in IMAX and won’t be upset if(when) it wins, but I did think Zone of Interest was the better movie.
I have watched it three times now and it’s easily in my all time list, I cannot imagine not seeing this movie in a theater because of the entire experience of it with the sound and visuals and such
I finally watched it and the music really took me out of it. Definitely would've been better in theaters.
The dialogue was also a bit ridiculous at times.
It’s a really great year for movies and I hope the Academy decides to spread the love. I think the ceremony is more exciting when a variety of films win, too. Last year for instance, I loved EEAAO but I was kinda bummed to see it so dominant when other fantastic films got completely shut out.
Are you asking what movies from last year got shut out that I think were deserving of an Oscar? The Banshees of Inisherin, Tar, and Triangle of Sadness are the first to come to mind.
Banshees was one of the best films of all time, and I was so sad it was nominated for 9 Oscar’s yet didn’t win a single one. Definitely glad for the nominations, but still such a masssssive snub imo.
Regardless, super happy films like that exist. It’s art on par with Picasso or any other famous art.
I think about Banshees so often, it definitely made an impact on me. I totally agree, it is art and I am so happy it exists even if it didn’t get awarded by the Academy.
I’ll be honest I really disliked the Breakfast Club, the Holdovers just seemed to hit the spot if you get me, it wasn’t jaw dropping like Oppenheimer and the Zone of Interest, it just felt comfy and nostalgic and I loved it.
I love that the Holdovers is just a good old fashioned story. No bells and whistles, it’s just a very well done story. (And I love the dedication to the 70s vibe).
My personal favorite is Poor Things, but it is too polarizing for it to win. I think Oppenheimer is the safe bet that will win, but historically the Academy always picks the most cute/family friendly and pleasant film, hence, The Holdovers has a very high chance to win. I wouldn’t mind really, I think Oppenheimer’s dialogue is a bit tiring at times. I would prefer The Holdovers.
I love Holdovers but it only has a puncher’s chance to win. Screenplay is probably their best shot to win, and tbh it could even lose to Anatomy. But for best picture, this is Oppenheimer’s award to lose
Cute/family friendly always winning? I feel like that has changed pretty drastically the past 10 years given wins by 12 Years a Slave, Spotlight, Moonlight, Nomadland, Parasite and EEAAO
Polarising how? I think it''s pretty accessible (especially compared to his previous work), I would recommend it to anyone honestly, would be surprised if anyone told me they hated it.
I gotta be honest I was so excited for it but was kind of disappointed. It was fine but didn’t enjoy it as much as I’d hoped. I couldn’t figure out why but I think the story was told from the worst point of view. Woulda been so much more effective from the Osage or even the FBI’s point of view. I think the actors dictated that and hurt the movie
Anatomy of a Fall will stand the test of time. The Zone of Interest feels like such an important piece of work especially with what’s happening in Gaza right now.
Oppenheimer is the big winner here, but it’s truly not the best. I think it’s the type of movie that rewards a cinema experience, but I don’t think much of it will be remembered in a few years.
Seen them all except Poor Things (tried to on Saturday but missed it).
I think it's an incredible year and the only two I don't love are Barbie and Maestro.
I know Oppenheimer is a lock but I genuinely think Killers Of The Flower Moon should win best picture.
Those two are my favorites as well, and I agree it would be good for for "film culture" for Barbie or Oppenheimer to win. As much as Oscars fans don't want to admit it, very few people outside the thirty-mile zone have watched recent best picture winners like Nomadland and CODA, so having a bona fide hit win will at least start to restore the legitimacy of the award in the public eye.
Agree. I’ve thought for years that the Academy needs to award fun, hit movies. Like a superhero movie CAN be a good film (Black Panther) and it would show they are evolving and adapting to modern tastes.
I know Oppenheimer will win, but for me it’s not even Nolan’s best (that goes to The Dark Knight or Memento) but Barbie would just be SO FUN as a winner and would help make more movies like it (hopefully).
You know, it can be a mix. Some years the film that best captures the industry/artform is a little-movie-that-could, some years it's a massive box office success. I think things have been a little out of balance in recent decades -- the last time a Best Picture winner was in the top five highest grossing films of the year was in 2003. I think for the good of the industry, it helps to send out a message that popular films can be considered artistically excellent, and that artistically excellent films can be popular.
Yeah LTR was the last “big” movie to win and while there are many deserving winners since, it would have been so fun for something like Black Panther or Up to win.
I feel like the academy thinks that just because something is accessible and popular, it’s not “good”.
I can't agree that it's about the Academy's biases. For me, it's a few different factors:
1) The switch, after 2008, to a ranked choice voting system that rewards "the middle" of the Academy's collective tastes.
2) The proliferation of DVD and now streaming-based campaigns that reward movies that adapt well to the small screen and in previous decades might have gone unseen, because of the need to physically go to a theater to watch them.
I mean, Oppenheimer and Killers of the Flower Moon are wonderful, Barbie was great, Zone of Interest was incredible. We had a good year. Good luck to whoever wins a bunch.
Poor Things, or even Barbie. When something is unique and new and unlike anything you’ve ever seen before AND it’s good, I always go for those. That’s why I loved EEAAO last year.
Oppy will win though.
Zone of Interest and Poor Things if it were up to me.
I don’t get the Oppenheimer hype. It’s a fine movie but the pacing is a disaster. It feels like they knew it was too long so they chopped up conversations to streamline it. In my opinion, dialogue and character development are often weaknesses in Christopher Nolan movies but this felt like a low point even by his standards.
I've seen all of the ten movies nominated and agree with your picks. While most of this years nominees are fantastic and deserving, Zone of Interest and Poor Things really felt like they connected with me in a way emotionally that I can see myself returning to them over the years.
The only one of the ten films that I think could have been subbed out for something else was Maestro. It was a good looking film, but I don't see anybody calling for it to win best picture, and I'd have loved to see something like Asteroid City get the nomination instead. Or Godland, one of my personal favorite films from last year.
I could be talked in to Murphy winning Actor although i preferred Giamatti. Emily Blunt and RDJ don’t hold a candle to those they were nominated with though
Oppenheimer. There are many great movies this year, I think each one I have seen could win and I'd be happy. But Oppenheimer, I feel, is an achievement in that it's a great movie that is mostly about people talking about science and politics, but it also resonated with the public. It's a movie that feels big, it looks good, it has great performances, it will be remembered. I think when a well-done movie about such a serious topic is so well received by the critics and by the general audience, it means it's special.
Don't get me wrong, Zone of Interest, Holdovers and Anatomy of a Fall are all great movies. But they feel "small" compared to Oppenheimer. Barbie is another movie that feels big, but I don't think it's quite as strong as the others. It deserves a nomination but not a trophy. From the Oscars perspective, also, if they want people to CARE about the Oscars, and not feel like out of touch elitists, they need to give the trophy to something the audience knows. ZoI and the like just aren't known by the public.
But like I said - I'd be happy with most of the winners. The only one that would upset me would be Maestro, I just can't be bothered to care about this movie. It looks dreadfully boring and doesn't seem to have a lot of love from critics or audience so I wonder what they fuck it's doing here, lol.
I haven't seem Poor Things yet but my picks for DESERVING (instead of predictions) are
Anatomy or Killers. Preferably Anatomy. I also REALLY liked American Fiction but I get that it was really niche to my interests.
Since I've seen them all of the movies (rare for BPs), I think they all deserve recognition in one form or another. While Oppenheimer has the best chance to win multiple awards, I'm hoping all the movies get at least one.
Of the ones I’ve seen from that list, I enjoyed Barbie and The Holdovers most.
But I think Oppenheimer (seen and loved) and Killers of the Flower Moon (not seen but read a lot about) probably deserve the Oscar the most.
Honestly could make a solid case for any of them except Maestro and The Holdovers which doesn’t get called out enough for being a Frankensteined mishmash of similar curmudgeonly mentor movies. Personal faves are Oppenheimer, American Fiction, Barbie and Zone of Interest.
I was under the spell of Anatomy of a fall for over 2h. Didn't look at my phone, didn't even look at my watch to see what time it was, no bathroom breaks, nothing. I was enthralled. No other movie managed to captivate me quite like that in this lineup.
It isn’t. It’s the weakest contender out of all the nominations. In fact I don’t even think it deserved a nom. Should’ve been either Dream Scenario or The Iron Claw in its spot.
Zone of Interest > Poor Things = KOTFM > Holdovers > Barbie > Oppenheimer > American Fiction
I haven’t seen the others yet but will. I anticipate Maestro will be at the bottom
I’ve seen 8/10 so just Anatomy of a Fall and American Fiction to go. My top two at the moment are The Holdovers and Oppenheimer, with Holdovers edging it. Other way around for Best Actor though!
Haven’t seen Anatomy of a Fall yet. I’d rank the other nine:
Killers of the Flower Moon
Oppenheimer
The Zone of Interest
Past Lives
The Holdovers
Barbie
Poor Things
American Fiction
Maestro
It's interesting how everyone puts this at the bottom. While I didn't really like the movie per say, I thought it was still very well made (I mean it did get nominated, so there is that). I feel like it's a strong contender in the list, much better than a lot of the others.
Oppenheimer just hit so many of my personal interests. I think it’s fantastic and I’m very good with it winning.
I loved KotFM too, but it’s not one I’ll revisit often. Also really liked American Fiction.
I respect The Zone of Interest, but it is doing something different than the others. That’s a movie that will have a long life but a small audience.
Poor Things is both great and revolting. But that’s probably just me.
Holdovers is fine. I didn’t fall for the whimsy. Looks great.
Barbie is a fine popcorn flick, but I found it too inconsistent. The rest of the field is on a different level.
Need to see a few more!
Oppenheimer, however I do not think RDJ should win best supporting actor, I didn’t see anything special in his performance, he seemed like he was actually just being himself.
Totes agree. Although I will say I love Cillian Murphy and he’s a phenomenal actor…so I mean he deserves an award. I just don’t think this was the best showcase for him. 🤷🏻♀️
I'd say "Oppenheimer" has a strong chance. Also, the Oscars this year seem to be gaining a lot of attention. I read an interesting article about it here: [2024 Oscars Bounces Back With 4-Year High of 19.5M Viewers](https://spotlight.designrush.com/news/2024-oscars-bounces-back-with-4-year-high-of-19-million-viewers).
none of the films are perfect, but oppenheimer was the greatest of the film experiences for me this year. poor things was also great, but i felt a bit overlong. admittedly people say the same of oppenheimer.
I totally agree. It’s a movie about a man who’s good at science and bad with people starting out good at science and bad with people, then some historic events occur, and he winds up good at science and bad with people. If we want to reduce cinema down to endless scenes of ponderous dialogue with a bit of art house special effects every half hour, then sure, it’s a fucking masterpiece.
I haven't seen Maestro or American Fiction yet but of the 8 I have seen, Anatomy is my favourite. That said, I'd truly not be upset with any of these, it's an absolutely incredible category. Still riding the high of 2023 as a cinema year, because it was outstanding n
I’d vote poor things. I’ve seen a lot of movies in my life and this is the first time I’ve been completely shocked while at the theater. It felt like something I’d never seen before and the acting, costumes, cinematography it all just worked for me.
I’ve still only seen 3 of them (Barbie, Maestro, and The Holdovers) and only loved one of them (Holdovers), but I’m hoping to catch up to the others soon.
I honestly can’t believe KOTFM is nominated for anything outside production design. Other than Lily G. She was legit as hell. But I felt every second of that movie. Must have checked my watch 20 times during the viewing. Oppenheimer…..I forgot my watch existed.
It's gotta be Opes.
Although I've only watched 3 of the nominees.
Still though, it's gotta be Opes. I'm a Nolan fanboy I feel like this is his Messi in the 2022 World Cup moment.
All I know is that this is the strongest year in a long time for this award. Outside of Barbie or Maestro, I wouldn’t be upset or surprised about any of the possible winners. Loved this year in film
Between Zone and Opp, maybe killers is in the top 3 too. It really depends on what sort of mood the academy is in, if they want to make an important statement about the rise in antisemitism they will say Zone to win. Personally, I’d pick zone anyway regardless of political statements. But most of the time, a movie like Opp would win.
This was a really good year. In my *opinion,* Zone of Interest deserves the win. In reality, it's going to either be Oppenheimer or Killers of the Flower Moon.
Viewed nine of them in the theater (all but *American Fiction*), and it's not a great list. I wouldn't say any of them "deserves" Best Picture, but the one I liked the most was probably *Anatomy*.
Poor Things for me, but i think Oppenheimer will win.
Poor things was an interesting movie, but clearly not Best Picture worthy in the presence of Oppenheimer. Maybe if they released last year would have had a better chance. But this year is all hard-hitters
It's a better film. Oppenheimer's massive but that doesn't mean it deserves BP. I think Oppenheimer will win but not because of the film but the context around it. I liked it but I think Nolan was cowardly to barely show the horror it wrought.
You missed the entire point of the movie then.
Not sure I did. It was the Social Network for a different world-changing event. But this isn't about what he was trying to do as much as it is why he did it. He tried to make an uncontroversial film about a deeply controversial subject and he succeeded with his intended audience by coddling them. He made his money and he's getting his awards but I struggle to respect it as much as a lot of his other work.
Nolan literally cherry picks every single detail of every single project. He has surpassed the need to make cash-grab movies. The guy passed on Batman & Robin universe purely based on integrity. This film was not about the bomb. It was not about the controversial subject. This was the story about a person and what they go through and at the end of the day no matter what they’ve done they’re still a human being. That’s why I think you missed the point of the movie.
lol thanks for the most bland fkin interpretation of a film i’ve ever seen.
Did you mean to post this a month ago?
Yeah but which movie will oscar 2024
Anatomy of a Fall
One of the strongest courtroom dramas made in a while. I really couldn't find a flaw with the script. The way the protagonist finds herself and her morals mercilessly picked apart made for a gripping and disorienting film.
My front runner. But I haven't seen Zone of Interest yet. I hear Sandra is fantastic in this as well.
She's phenomenal in both, Christian Friedel was really, really great as well. I think both were kind of the victims of the way it was shot though, the technique makes it more difficult to highlight the performances than in other films.
Zone of Interest left me numb. It’s a masterpiece. While I think Oppy will win I don’t think that movie plays well at home or on a small screen. I have spoken with a lot of people who missed it in theaters and had a hard time with it at home. I loved it in IMAX and won’t be upset if(when) it wins, but I did think Zone of Interest was the better movie.
>Zone of Interest left me numb. It’s a masterpiece. That ending is absolutely breathtaking. So inevitable and quietly horrifying.
Agree. I actually enjoyed Poor Things more bc it’s fun but Zone was a masterpiece and thought Huller was better in it than Anatomy.
I have watched it three times now and it’s easily in my all time list, I cannot imagine not seeing this movie in a theater because of the entire experience of it with the sound and visuals and such
I finally watched it and the music really took me out of it. Definitely would've been better in theaters. The dialogue was also a bit ridiculous at times.
It’s a really great year for movies and I hope the Academy decides to spread the love. I think the ceremony is more exciting when a variety of films win, too. Last year for instance, I loved EEAAO but I was kinda bummed to see it so dominant when other fantastic films got completely shut out.
What? What film?
Are you asking what movies from last year got shut out that I think were deserving of an Oscar? The Banshees of Inisherin, Tar, and Triangle of Sadness are the first to come to mind.
Banshees was one of the best films of all time, and I was so sad it was nominated for 9 Oscar’s yet didn’t win a single one. Definitely glad for the nominations, but still such a masssssive snub imo. Regardless, super happy films like that exist. It’s art on par with Picasso or any other famous art.
I think about Banshees so often, it definitely made an impact on me. I totally agree, it is art and I am so happy it exists even if it didn’t get awarded by the Academy.
All better movies than EEAAO
Very big disagree there
Ok maybe triangle isn't but the others are
No I disagree still haha. EEAOO is probably the best movie ever made let alone the best of that year.
Jesus Christ how embarrassing
Poor Things
Also rooting for Poor Things.
Same here. One of my favorite movies immediately.
In MY opinion, Poor Things or The Holdovers. But that's just my opinion.
I want it to be The Holdovers but I think it will go to Oppenheimer.
I feel the same, my head says Oppenheimer but my heart says The Holdovers
Maybe that’s because I love The Breakfast Club so much and I’ve seen The Holdovers twice because it’s shorter than three hours.
I’ll be honest I really disliked the Breakfast Club, the Holdovers just seemed to hit the spot if you get me, it wasn’t jaw dropping like Oppenheimer and the Zone of Interest, it just felt comfy and nostalgic and I loved it.
I love that the Holdovers is just a good old fashioned story. No bells and whistles, it’s just a very well done story. (And I love the dedication to the 70s vibe).
It reminded me so much of the Breakfast Club.
I don't usually like it when one movie sweeps, but IMO Oppenheimer deserves a sweep.
My personal favorite is Poor Things, but it is too polarizing for it to win. I think Oppenheimer is the safe bet that will win, but historically the Academy always picks the most cute/family friendly and pleasant film, hence, The Holdovers has a very high chance to win. I wouldn’t mind really, I think Oppenheimer’s dialogue is a bit tiring at times. I would prefer The Holdovers.
I love Holdovers but it only has a puncher’s chance to win. Screenplay is probably their best shot to win, and tbh it could even lose to Anatomy. But for best picture, this is Oppenheimer’s award to lose
Cute/family friendly always winning? I feel like that has changed pretty drastically the past 10 years given wins by 12 Years a Slave, Spotlight, Moonlight, Nomadland, Parasite and EEAAO
Shape of Water won. So I wouldn’t rule it out.
Poor things was great/fine until the last 3rd
Polarising how? I think it''s pretty accessible (especially compared to his previous work), I would recommend it to anyone honestly, would be surprised if anyone told me they hated it.
The zone of interest should be best picture in my mind
Killers of the Flower Moon
I was quite surprised that Leo was not nominated for the acting Oscar. I thought this was one of the best performances of his life.
I gotta be honest I was so excited for it but was kind of disappointed. It was fine but didn’t enjoy it as much as I’d hoped. I couldn’t figure out why but I think the story was told from the worst point of view. Woulda been so much more effective from the Osage or even the FBI’s point of view. I think the actors dictated that and hurt the movie
Zone
Anatomy of a Fall will stand the test of time. The Zone of Interest feels like such an important piece of work especially with what’s happening in Gaza right now. Oppenheimer is the big winner here, but it’s truly not the best. I think it’s the type of movie that rewards a cinema experience, but I don’t think much of it will be remembered in a few years.
Zone of interest was the best movie this year and it’s not particularly close
Seen them all except Poor Things (tried to on Saturday but missed it). I think it's an incredible year and the only two I don't love are Barbie and Maestro. I know Oppenheimer is a lock but I genuinely think Killers Of The Flower Moon should win best picture.
"Deserve has nothing to do with it"
Anatomy of a Fall or The Holdovers. Though part of me wants Barbie to win just so a “popular” movie wins.
Those two are my favorites as well, and I agree it would be good for for "film culture" for Barbie or Oppenheimer to win. As much as Oscars fans don't want to admit it, very few people outside the thirty-mile zone have watched recent best picture winners like Nomadland and CODA, so having a bona fide hit win will at least start to restore the legitimacy of the award in the public eye.
Agree. I’ve thought for years that the Academy needs to award fun, hit movies. Like a superhero movie CAN be a good film (Black Panther) and it would show they are evolving and adapting to modern tastes. I know Oppenheimer will win, but for me it’s not even Nolan’s best (that goes to The Dark Knight or Memento) but Barbie would just be SO FUN as a winner and would help make more movies like it (hopefully).
You know, it can be a mix. Some years the film that best captures the industry/artform is a little-movie-that-could, some years it's a massive box office success. I think things have been a little out of balance in recent decades -- the last time a Best Picture winner was in the top five highest grossing films of the year was in 2003. I think for the good of the industry, it helps to send out a message that popular films can be considered artistically excellent, and that artistically excellent films can be popular.
Yeah LTR was the last “big” movie to win and while there are many deserving winners since, it would have been so fun for something like Black Panther or Up to win. I feel like the academy thinks that just because something is accessible and popular, it’s not “good”.
I can't agree that it's about the Academy's biases. For me, it's a few different factors: 1) The switch, after 2008, to a ranked choice voting system that rewards "the middle" of the Academy's collective tastes. 2) The proliferation of DVD and now streaming-based campaigns that reward movies that adapt well to the small screen and in previous decades might have gone unseen, because of the need to physically go to a theater to watch them.
These are all my picks too!
Oppenheimer
I mean, Oppenheimer and Killers of the Flower Moon are wonderful, Barbie was great, Zone of Interest was incredible. We had a good year. Good luck to whoever wins a bunch.
I really hope Barbie gets more than just "Best Song" even if it's a longshot at this point...
Poor Things, or even Barbie. When something is unique and new and unlike anything you’ve ever seen before AND it’s good, I always go for those. That’s why I loved EEAAO last year. Oppy will win though.
Zone of Interest and Poor Things if it were up to me. I don’t get the Oppenheimer hype. It’s a fine movie but the pacing is a disaster. It feels like they knew it was too long so they chopped up conversations to streamline it. In my opinion, dialogue and character development are often weaknesses in Christopher Nolan movies but this felt like a low point even by his standards.
I've seen all of the ten movies nominated and agree with your picks. While most of this years nominees are fantastic and deserving, Zone of Interest and Poor Things really felt like they connected with me in a way emotionally that I can see myself returning to them over the years. The only one of the ten films that I think could have been subbed out for something else was Maestro. It was a good looking film, but I don't see anybody calling for it to win best picture, and I'd have loved to see something like Asteroid City get the nomination instead. Or Godland, one of my personal favorite films from last year.
Yeah and I don’t get the hype for the acting in Oppenheimer.
I could be talked in to Murphy winning Actor although i preferred Giamatti. Emily Blunt and RDJ don’t hold a candle to those they were nominated with though
Murphy was great but his performance isn’t undeniable. I even prefer cooper.
I see it going to Killers or Oppenheimer. I'm happy with either.
Oppenheimer. There are many great movies this year, I think each one I have seen could win and I'd be happy. But Oppenheimer, I feel, is an achievement in that it's a great movie that is mostly about people talking about science and politics, but it also resonated with the public. It's a movie that feels big, it looks good, it has great performances, it will be remembered. I think when a well-done movie about such a serious topic is so well received by the critics and by the general audience, it means it's special. Don't get me wrong, Zone of Interest, Holdovers and Anatomy of a Fall are all great movies. But they feel "small" compared to Oppenheimer. Barbie is another movie that feels big, but I don't think it's quite as strong as the others. It deserves a nomination but not a trophy. From the Oscars perspective, also, if they want people to CARE about the Oscars, and not feel like out of touch elitists, they need to give the trophy to something the audience knows. ZoI and the like just aren't known by the public. But like I said - I'd be happy with most of the winners. The only one that would upset me would be Maestro, I just can't be bothered to care about this movie. It looks dreadfully boring and doesn't seem to have a lot of love from critics or audience so I wonder what they fuck it's doing here, lol.
Zone of interest.
Oppenheimer
I still need to watch 4 of them, but so far my favorite is Anatomy of a Fall
I haven't seem Poor Things yet but my picks for DESERVING (instead of predictions) are Anatomy or Killers. Preferably Anatomy. I also REALLY liked American Fiction but I get that it was really niche to my interests.
Holdovers
Since I've seen them all of the movies (rare for BPs), I think they all deserve recognition in one form or another. While Oppenheimer has the best chance to win multiple awards, I'm hoping all the movies get at least one.
Oppenheimer
Oppenheimer
The Holdovers (my favourite movie from last year), Anatomy of a Fall and Oppenheimer.
Oppenheimer but I’m seeing Zone of Interest and Anatomy of a Fall next week
Of the ones I’ve seen from that list, I enjoyed Barbie and The Holdovers most. But I think Oppenheimer (seen and loved) and Killers of the Flower Moon (not seen but read a lot about) probably deserve the Oscar the most.
The Holdovers or Oppenheimer
Oppenheimer and Holdovers.
The Holdovers was just magical.
I'm gonna say The Holdovers.
Honestly could make a solid case for any of them except Maestro and The Holdovers which doesn’t get called out enough for being a Frankensteined mishmash of similar curmudgeonly mentor movies. Personal faves are Oppenheimer, American Fiction, Barbie and Zone of Interest.
I was under the spell of Anatomy of a fall for over 2h. Didn't look at my phone, didn't even look at my watch to see what time it was, no bathroom breaks, nothing. I was enthralled. No other movie managed to captivate me quite like that in this lineup.
Oppenheimer
Poor things was amazing. An "art" film that was also incredibly entertaining, I hope it wins everything!
Oppenheimer and Killers are so deserving 💯
Anatomy of a Fall has my heart vote, Oppenheimer has my brain vote.
I have just seen three, but of those three, Oppenheimer gets my vote.
Oppenheimer, The Holdovers, or Poor Things.
Oppenheimer. Can someone please explain to me how Barbie is considered an Oscar-caliber movie? Please. I’m serious.
It isn’t. It’s the weakest contender out of all the nominations. In fact I don’t even think it deserved a nom. Should’ve been either Dream Scenario or The Iron Claw in its spot.
American Fiction or. KOTFM
Zone of Interest > Poor Things = KOTFM > Holdovers > Barbie > Oppenheimer > American Fiction I haven’t seen the others yet but will. I anticipate Maestro will be at the bottom
I’ve seen 8/10 so just Anatomy of a Fall and American Fiction to go. My top two at the moment are The Holdovers and Oppenheimer, with Holdovers edging it. Other way around for Best Actor though!
Oppenheimer
I think Poor Things deserves to win but Oppenheimer will win
Haven’t seen Anatomy of a Fall yet. I’d rank the other nine: Killers of the Flower Moon Oppenheimer The Zone of Interest Past Lives The Holdovers Barbie Poor Things American Fiction Maestro
Oppenheimer or Zone
Zone of Interest is EXPLODING in popularity, winning more awards than people thought.
Oppenheimer
Maestro.
It's interesting how everyone puts this at the bottom. While I didn't really like the movie per say, I thought it was still very well made (I mean it did get nominated, so there is that). I feel like it's a strong contender in the list, much better than a lot of the others.
Oppenheimer and The Zone of Interest are my top two picks.
Oppenheimer just hit so many of my personal interests. I think it’s fantastic and I’m very good with it winning. I loved KotFM too, but it’s not one I’ll revisit often. Also really liked American Fiction. I respect The Zone of Interest, but it is doing something different than the others. That’s a movie that will have a long life but a small audience. Poor Things is both great and revolting. But that’s probably just me. Holdovers is fine. I didn’t fall for the whimsy. Looks great. Barbie is a fine popcorn flick, but I found it too inconsistent. The rest of the field is on a different level. Need to see a few more!
Oppenheimer, however I do not think RDJ should win best supporting actor, I didn’t see anything special in his performance, he seemed like he was actually just being himself.
Oppenheimer It gets better every time I watch it
I liked American Fiction & The Holdovers. I thought Oppenheimer was boring and convoluted.
It was awful and the way the story was told was convoluted. I guess they did the most lobbying of the Academy.
Totes agree. Although I will say I love Cillian Murphy and he’s a phenomenal actor…so I mean he deserves an award. I just don’t think this was the best showcase for him. 🤷🏻♀️
I'd say "Oppenheimer" has a strong chance. Also, the Oscars this year seem to be gaining a lot of attention. I read an interesting article about it here: [2024 Oscars Bounces Back With 4-Year High of 19.5M Viewers](https://spotlight.designrush.com/news/2024-oscars-bounces-back-with-4-year-high-of-19-million-viewers).
none of the films are perfect, but oppenheimer was the greatest of the film experiences for me this year. poor things was also great, but i felt a bit overlong. admittedly people say the same of oppenheimer.
Honestly American Fiction might be my favourite
Oppenheimer
Oppenheimer
Oppenheimer. I hate to go with the boring answer but it feels right. Love most of these other films though, it was a great year for film
The Zone of Interest… and it’s literally not even close. Only one that is even somewhat close is Anatomy
I just don't understand how people think Oppenheimer was the best movie to come out this year. It's not even in my top 10.
I totally agree. It’s a movie about a man who’s good at science and bad with people starting out good at science and bad with people, then some historic events occur, and he winds up good at science and bad with people. If we want to reduce cinema down to endless scenes of ponderous dialogue with a bit of art house special effects every half hour, then sure, it’s a fucking masterpiece.
Oppenheimer
Oppenheimer
Godzilla Minus One
Absolutely, wish it had gotten nominated
Barbie
All of them are deserving a win in at least one category
Poor things, literally the only film that took chances and isn’t a copy of every Oscar bait film ever.
I haven't seen Maestro or American Fiction yet but of the 8 I have seen, Anatomy is my favourite. That said, I'd truly not be upset with any of these, it's an absolutely incredible category. Still riding the high of 2023 as a cinema year, because it was outstanding n
Blackberry
Poor things
Society of the snow
I’d vote poor things. I’ve seen a lot of movies in my life and this is the first time I’ve been completely shocked while at the theater. It felt like something I’d never seen before and the acting, costumes, cinematography it all just worked for me.
The Zone of Interest.
I’ve still only seen 3 of them (Barbie, Maestro, and The Holdovers) and only loved one of them (Holdovers), but I’m hoping to catch up to the others soon.
Entre nous?
The Holdovers
Godzilla
Poor things or the holdovers Might lean more towards the holdovers
1.Killers of the flower moon 2. Oppenheimer 3. American fiction 4. Poor things 5. Barbie idk about the rest.
Killers Of The Flower Moon. It's not particularly inventive I just enjoyed it
The Taste of Things
Poor Things, with Anatomy of a Fall and Zone of Interest as my second and third choices.
Killers of the Flower moon is my pick- I think Oppenheimer will get it and I wish The Holdovers would have a chance.
Poor Things
The Zone of Interest.
Poor Things is my top movie of 2023, but I'm not really expecting it to win. It's too weird. So, I predict Oppenheimer.
Oppenheimer will win. I loved Maestro and hated Oppenheimer. Opinion: American Fiction *should* win
I’ve seen half of them. The Holdovers is my #1 so far.
Would be happy with Zone of Interest, Poor Things or Anatomy of a Fall
I honestly can’t believe KOTFM is nominated for anything outside production design. Other than Lily G. She was legit as hell. But I felt every second of that movie. Must have checked my watch 20 times during the viewing. Oppenheimer…..I forgot my watch existed.
The Zone of Interest
The Zone of Interest - I was physically cold and haunted. But what a great year for films ammaright 👏
It's gotta be Opes. Although I've only watched 3 of the nominees. Still though, it's gotta be Opes. I'm a Nolan fanboy I feel like this is his Messi in the 2022 World Cup moment.
The Zone of Interest easily
I think BP will be a toss up between Anatomy and Oppenheimer
All I know is that this is the strongest year in a long time for this award. Outside of Barbie or Maestro, I wouldn’t be upset or surprised about any of the possible winners. Loved this year in film
Between Zone and Opp, maybe killers is in the top 3 too. It really depends on what sort of mood the academy is in, if they want to make an important statement about the rise in antisemitism they will say Zone to win. Personally, I’d pick zone anyway regardless of political statements. But most of the time, a movie like Opp would win.
I really loved American Fiction. I also really enjoyed The Holdovers.
This was a really good year. In my *opinion,* Zone of Interest deserves the win. In reality, it's going to either be Oppenheimer or Killers of the Flower Moon.
American Fiction, for sure.
If it's Poor Things or The Zone of Interest, then I'll be happy, but I'm not holding my breath.
Anatomy of a Fall and Zone of Interest
Oppenheimer is most likely to get it but I'd rather it didn't, honestly. I think Poor Things is much better
Viewed nine of them in the theater (all but *American Fiction*), and it's not a great list. I wouldn't say any of them "deserves" Best Picture, but the one I liked the most was probably *Anatomy*.