Avatar: The Way of Water Nominated Producer(s): James Cameron, Jon Landau Director: James Cameron Writers: James Cameron, Rick Jaffa, Amanda Silver, Josh Friedman, Shane Salerno Cast: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Britain Dalton, Jack Champion, Stephen Lang, Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Edie Falco, Brendan Cowell, Jemaine …
Brendan Gleeson Age: 67Film: The Banshees of Inisherin Role: Colm, Pádraic’s friend. Well. Not anymore. Nomination History:This is Gleeson’s first nomination. Why He Should WinThis is Gleeson’s first nomination?! Brendan Gleeson has never been nominated for an Oscar? Seriously? While writing about the 2023 acting nominations, I’ve noticed something that shocks me. …
Angela Bassett Age: 64Film: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Role: Ramonda, Queen of Wakanda, widow of T’Chaka, mother of T’Challa (and Shuri). After the passing of her son, Wakanda’s Queen mother becomes head of state and seeks to protect her nation (and its coveted vibranium supply) from other grasping world powers, despite the …
Cate Blanchett Age: 53Film: Tár Role: Lydia Tár, celebrated musical genius, director, teacher, composer, and abuser of power. Though undeniably gifted, Tár is manipulative and unyielding. She can’t seem to resist promising career advancement to young women who catch her eye. This catches up with her. But is she as villainous as …
