The annual Academy Awards luncheon took place in Los Angeles, with 179 of this year’s nominees in attendance. Although some nominees, like Danielle Brooks, were unable to attend due to work commitments, there were plenty of celebrities, outfits, and poses to keep audiences entertained. Here are 10 highlights from the event:
1. A La La Land reunion – Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, who were nominees in 2017 for La La Land, were both in attendance this year for different films.
2. Backbenchers club – Actor Sterling K Brown and songwriter Diane Warren, aware that they were not frontrunners in their categories, stood together in the back row.
3. Godzilla’s plus one – Takashi Yamazaki brought Godzilla himself as his plus one to the event, adding an unexpected twist.
4. The infamous dog – Messi, the border collie from the film Anatomy of a Fall, and his trainer were guest stars at the luncheon, much to the delight of other actors.
5. Brits at the Oscars – Emily Blunt and Carey Mulligan represented the UK at the event, while Irish stars had also been recognized at the previous awards.
6. A star-studded front row – Directors Christopher Nolan and Martin Scorsese were seated in the front row along with Lily Gladstone and Da’Vine Joy Randolph, who were both strong acting contenders.
7. Billie Eilish’s casual style – The singer turned heads with her casual bandana and yellow jacket, matching her brother Finneas, with whom she is nominated for best original song.
8. Cinematographer’s pose – Matthew Libatique caught attention with a striking pose in the class photo, showcasing his unique personality.
9. Barbie’s Oscar nod – Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig, although missing out on nominations for best actress and best director, were present as producer and best adapted screenplay nominee, respectively.
10. Mishaps in the class photo – Some nominees were caught blinking or laughing during the class photo, adding a humorous touch to the event.
The Academy Awards 2024, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, will take place in Los Angeles on 10 March. Overall, the luncheon was a star-studded, entertaining event that showcased the diversity and talent of this year’s nominees.
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