This evening’s announcement of the 98th Academy Awards nominations by Lewis Pullman and Danielle Brooks confirmed expected frontrunners. Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” and Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” dominated the nominations, setting up an exciting Oscar race.
The two films demonstrated exceptional strength across multiple categories. “Sinners” earned recognition for its direction, visual storytelling, and powerful performances, with nominations in cinematography, production design, sound design, and acting categories. The comprehensive acknowledgment reflects its multifaceted excellence.
“One Battle After Another” matched this achievement with nominations spanning major categories. Anderson’s direction and the adapted screenplay earned acknowledgment from Academy voters, while performances from the ensemble cast received recognition. Technical achievements also secured nominations.
The Best Picture category features ten diverse nominees, from period dramas like “Hamnet” to contemporary stories like “F1.” The variety of nominated films ensures an unpredictable and engaging competition. However, Neeraj Ghaywan’s “Homebound” stands as the most notable exclusion, receiving zero nominations.
Cinema’s biggest night arrives on March 15 when the 98th Academy Awards take place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. The ceremony will air at 7 p.m. ET on ABC, where the year’s finest films will compete for Oscar gold.