Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman unveiled the nominations for the 98th Academy Awards this evening, confirming the expected dominance of two films. Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” and Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” led the nominations across multiple categories.
Anderson’s film built upon awards season success with comprehensive recognition from Academy voters. Nominations in directing, adapted screenplay, and multiple performances highlight its strengths, while technical categories also acknowledged its achievements. The film’s Golden Globes victories translated into strong Oscar support.
“Sinners” demonstrated similar excellence with nominations spanning creative and technical categories. Coogler’s direction earned recognition alongside the film’s visual achievements in cinematography and production design. Strong ensemble performances also secured multiple acting nominations.
The Best Picture category presents an impressive lineup of ten films, each bringing unique storytelling approaches and artistic visions to the competition. From “Bugonia” to “Train Dreams,” the nominees showcase diverse genres and filmmaking styles. However, Neeraj Ghaywan’s “Homebound” received zero nominations.
The Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles hosts the 98th Academy Awards on March 15. The ceremony will air at 7 p.m. ET on ABC, where nominees will discover whether their recognition translates into Oscar victories.