Oppenheimer Claims Hollywood Throne: A Sweep Of Seven Oscars

Oppenheimer, the directing debut of Christopher Nolan, was the dominant film at what is maybe the greatest event in Hollywood this year. The biography starring Cillian Murphy won seven Oscars at the 96th Academy Awards, which were held recently.

Several of the greatest prizes of the evening went to Oppenheimer, including Best Picture, Best Actor (Cillian Murphy), and Best Director (Christopher Nolan). In the Best Supporting Actor category, Robert Downey Jr.'s portrayal of Lewis Strauss, the head of the Atomic Energy Commission, brought him his first career Oscar. In the category, he defeated the fan favourite Ken, Ryan Gosling, who was up for a nomination for his role in Margot Robbie's Barbie.

In addition, Oppenheimer was awarded Best Original Score, Best Sound, Best Cinematography, and Best Film Editing.

Oppenheimer's victory is expected, though, given the company was favoured to win in the major categories following its dominance at several award ceremonies this season. Oppenheimer had taken home Best Picture honours from the Critics Choice and Golden Globe ceremonies in addition to the BAFTAs. Since the nominees were initially revealed more than a month ago, they have actually been winning the game. Oppenheimer had not one, not two, but thirteen nods at the time and was leading the race.

Emma Stone took home the night's other major prize, Best Actress, for her superb performance in Poor Things. Stone won two Oscars in total. She had previously taken home the prize for her performance in La La Land.

Emma Stone took home the night's other major prize, Best Actress, for her superb performance in Poor Things. Stone won two Oscars in total. Prior to this, she had received recognition for her performance in La La Land, where she starred opposite Ryan Gosling.

Barbie was also turned down at the Oscar event. Ryan Gosling and America Ferrera, who were nominated for Best Supporting Actor and Best Actress, respectively, did not win. Additionally, Barbie was nominated for Best Picture, a title it lost to Oppenheimer.

On July 21, Barbie and Oppenheimer were both widely received by critics and audiences alike when they were released in theatres.

The Oscars were held in Los Angeles on March 11 (IST), with Jimmy Kimmel serving as host.