The 92nd Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, took place on February 9th, 2020 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California. As always, the event was full of glitz, glamour, and excitement, as the biggest names in the film industry gathered to celebrate the best of cinema from the past year. From touching acceptance speeches to jaw-dropping performances, the night was truly unforgettable. But the main highlight of the evening was, of course, the announcement of the winners in various categories. So without further ado, let’s take a look at who took home the prestigious golden statuettes and which films emerged as the biggest winners of the night.
In the highly anticipated category of Best Picture, it was Bong Joon-ho’s critically acclaimed film, “Parasite”, that took home the top honor. This marks the first time in history that a non-English language film has won the Best Picture award. The South Korean dark comedy also won three other Oscars, including Best Director for Bong Joon-ho, Best Original Screenplay, and Best International Feature Film. “Parasite” has been receiving widespread praise and recognition since its release and its success at the Oscars is truly a testament to its brilliance.
Another big winner of the night was the World War I epic, “1917”, which took home three Oscars for Best Cinematography, Best Visual Effects, and Best Sound Mixing. The film, directed by Sam Mendes, has been receiving rave reviews for its cinematography and technical aspects, and these wins only further solidify its position as one of the top films of the year.
Joaquin Phoenix’s riveting performance in “Joker” earned him the Best Actor award, making it his first Oscar win. His emotional and powerful acceptance speech touched on important issues such as climate change and animal rights, earning him a standing ovation from the audience. Renée Zellweger also won her second Oscar for Best Actress for her portrayal of Hollywood legend Judy Garland in “Judy”. Both actors were the clear favorites in their respective categories and their wins were well-deserved.
Brad Pitt and Laura Dern continued their winning streak this award season and took home the Oscars for Best Supporting Actor and Actress, respectively. Pitt won for his role as a stuntman in Quentin Tarantino’s “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood”, while Dern won for her performance as a ruthless divorce lawyer in “Marriage Story”. Both actors delivered exceptional performances in their roles, and it was not a surprise to see them take home the golden statuettes.
In the Animated Feature Film category, “Toy Story 4” emerged as the winner, adding another Oscar to Pixar’s impressive collection. The film, which is the fourth installment in the beloved franchise, has been praised for its heartwarming story and stunning animation. It also won the award for Best Original Song for “I Can’t Let You Throw Yourself Away”.
The winners of the technical categories were also announced, with “Ford v Ferrari” winning for Best Film Editing and Sound Editing, and “Little Women” for Costume Design. “Jojo Rabbit” won for Best Adapted Screenplay, “Marriage Story” for Best Original Screenplay, and “Bombshell” for Best Makeup and Hairstyling.
But the night was not just about the winners. The Oscars also honored and paid tribute to the legends of the film industry who passed away in the past year, including Kobe Bryant, Kirk Douglas, and Doris Day. Eminem’s surprise performance of his Oscar-winning song “Lose Yourself” also brought the audience to their feet.
The 92nd Academy Awards also saw some historic moments, with “Parasite” becoming the first non-English language film to win the Best Picture award and composer Hildur Guðnadóttir becoming the first woman to win the Best Original Score category in 23 years.
Overall, the night was filled with surprises and memorable moments, making it a night to remember for everyone involved. The Oscars once again proved to be the ultimate celebration of cinema, honoring the best in the industry and showcasing the power of storytelling through film. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees for their outstanding work and for inspiring us with their art. We can’t wait to see what the next year in film has in store for us.