Ryan Gosling Expresses Disappointment Over Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie’s Oscar Snubs for “Barbie”
In a surprising turn of events, actor Ryan Gosling has voiced his disappointment over the Oscar snubs received by Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie, key figures in the success of the highest-grossing film of 2023, “Barbie.” Gosling, honored with a nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Ken in the plastic doll-inspired movie, emphasized the integral contributions of Gerwig and Robbie to the film’s success.
While expressing gratitude for his own nomination, Gosling acknowledged the collaborative nature of the film, stating, “But there is no Ken without Barbie, and there is no Barbie movie without Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie.” The actor, recognized for his portrayal of the iconic Ken, highlighted the duo’s significance in shaping the narrative and success of “Barbie.”
Despite expectations for Gerwig and Robbie to secure nominations in major categories such as Best Director and Best Actress, they received recognition in other areas. Robbie was acknowledged as a producer in the Best Picture category, while Gerwig, alongside her husband Noah Baumbach, earned a nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay.
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Gosling, in a statement to CBS, expressed his disappointment, stating, “To say that I’m disappointed that they are not nominated in their respective categories would be an understatement.” He credited Gerwig and Robbie for their talent, grit, and genius, emphasizing their role in making “Barbie” a history-making and globally-celebrated film.
The actor also extended his congratulations to fellow nominee America Ferrera, nominated for Best Supporting Actress, and recognized the contributions of other artists who played a role in the groundbreaking film. “Barbie” secured a total of eight nominations, including Best Picture, making it a standout contender in the 96th Academy Awards.
As the Oscar season unfolds, “Oppenheimer” by Christopher Nolan leads with 13 nominations, followed closely by “Poor Things” with 11 nominations. The 96th Academy Awards, set to take place on March 10 in Los Angeles, will showcase a diverse range of outstanding films and performances from the past year.
Here’s a glimpse into the contenders in various categories:
Best Picture:
- American Fiction
- Anatomy of a Fall
- Barbie
- The Holdovers
- Killers of the Flower Moon
- Maestro
- Oppenheimer
- Past Lives
- Poor Things
- The Zone of Interest
Best Actor:
- Bradley Cooper – Maestro
- Colman Domingo – Rustin
- Paul Giamatti – The Holdovers
- Cillian Murphy – Oppenheimer
- Jeffrey Wright – American Fiction
Best Actress:
- Annette Bening – Nyad
- Lily Gladstone – Killers of the Flower Moon
- Sandra Huller – Anatomy of a Fall
- Carey Mulligan – Maestro
- Emma Stone – Poor Things
Best Supporting Actress:
- Emily Blunt – Oppenheimer
- Danielle Brooks – The Color Purple
- America Ferrera – Barbie
- Jodie Foster – Nyad
- Da’Vine Joy Randolph – The Holdovers
Best Supporting Actor:
- Sterling K Brown – American Fiction
- Robert De Niro – Killers of the Flower Moon
- Robert Downey Jr – Oppenheimer
- Ryan Gosling – Barbie
- Mark Ruffalo – Poor Things
Best Director:
- 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
Best Adapted Screenplay:
- American Fiction
- Barbie
- Oppenheimer
- Poor Things
- The Zone of Interest
Best Original Screenplay:
- Anatomy of a Fall
- The Holdovers
- Maestro
- May December
- Past Lives
Best Original Song:
- “The Fire Inside” – Flamin’ Hot (Diane Warren)
- “I’m Just Ken” – Barbie (Mark Ronson, Andrew Wyatt)
- “It Never Went Away” – American Symphony (Jon Batiste, Dan Wilson)
- “Wahzhazhe (A Song For My People)” – Killers of the Flower Moon (Scott George)
- “What Was I Made For?” – Barbie (Billie Eilish, Finneas O’Connell)
The nominations cover a broad spectrum of genres and themes, promising an exciting competition at the 96th Academy Awards on March 10 in Los Angeles. Stay tuned for the results as the film industry celebrates another year of cinematic excellence.