1 / 10Margot Robbie: Despite an exhaustive campaign for her role in the billion-dollar blockbuster "Barbie," Margot Robbie was notably absent from the Best Actress category, raising eyebrows given the recognition of her co-stars Ryan Gosling and America Ferrera in supporting categories. (Image: Reuters)
2 / 10Leonardo DiCaprio: The highly anticipated "Killers of the Flower Moon" earned 10 nods, yet Leonardo DiCaprio found himself snubbed in the Best Actor category. With a track record of six Oscar nominations and a win for "The Revenant," DiCaprio's exclusion was unexpected, considering the film's overall recognition. (Image: Apple)
3 / 10Greta Gerwig: The visionary director behind the pop-culture phenomenon "Barbie," Greta Gerwig, faced a surprising absence in the Best Director category. Despite the film's success and a nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay, Gerwig's exclusion has stirred online uproar reminiscent of her 2020 snub for "Little Women." (Image: reuters)
4 / 10Charles Melton: Charles Melton's hopes for a Best Supporting Actor nomination for "May December" faced a disappointing setback, as he found himself omitted from the category despite earning rave reviews and critics' prizes. The film, characterised by its dark humor and melodrama, may have proven to be a divisive factor among Academy members, ultimately hindering Melton's chances of recognition. The film, earning only one nomination for Best Original Screenplay, struggled to secure recognition for Melton's standout performance. (Image: Youtube)
5 / 10Bradley Cooper: Although Bradley Cooper secured a Best Actor nod for "Maestro," his quest for a Best Director nomination fell short. Despite a focused campaign highlighting his work behind the camera, the elusive directorial nod continues to elude the actor-turned-filmmaker. (Image: Youtube)
6 / 10Dominic Sessa: The breakout star of "The Holdovers," Dominic Sessa, failed to secure a nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Despite strong performances from co-stars Da’Vine Joy Randolph and Paul Giamatti, Sessa's hopes for recognition in his first major role were dashed. (Image: Youtube)
7 / 10Greta Lee: The campaign for "Past Lives" fell short in securing nominations for its heart-wrenching performances, particularly the luminous Greta Lee and tender John Magaro. Despite nods for Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay, the cast's stellar performances went unrecognised. (Image: Youtube)
8 / 10'Origin': Despite a high-profile campaign featuring celebrities like Ben Affleck and Angelina Jolie, "Origin" could not secure a place in the Oscar nominations. The ambitious film addressing the caste system faced formidable competition and ultimately missed the mark. (Image: Youtube)
9 / 10'The Color Purple': Despite glowing reviews, the star-studded movie musical "The Color Purple" experienced a lackluster awards season, culminating in just one nomination for Best Supporting Actress (Danielle Brooks). The film's box office performance and promotional missteps contributed to its underwhelming Oscar recognition. (Image: Youtube)
10 / 10'All of Us Strangers': Andrew Haigh's tearjerker, "All of Us Strangers," failed to garner expected nominations, including Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Actor (Andrew Scott). Marketing missteps and a prolonged theatrical release hindered the film's ability to generate the buzz needed for widespread recognition. (Image: Youtube)
