OSCARS 2019 NOMINATIONS: A Closer Look at the Year's Biggest Films

Hey there, movie buffs! It's that time of year again when Hollywood's A-listers gather to celebrate the best in cinema, and we're here to dish out the OSCARS 2019 NOMINATIONS in all their glory. So, grab your popcorn and let's dive in! Guys, explore more in Guides And Explainers and oscars 2019 nominations.

The Biggest Surprises and Snubs

Before we dive into the nominees, let's talk about some of the OSCARS 2019 NOMINATIONS that had us saying, "Wait, what?!" and others that had us screaming, "How dare they snub [insert film here]?!"

Surprise, Surprise! + Bohemian Rhapsody's triumphant four nods, including Best Picture and Best Actor (Rami Malek), was a shock to many, given its mixed critical reception. + Black Panther's historic Best Picture nomination, along with other nods, proved that the Academy is finally embracing the power of diverse storytelling. The Snubs That Had Us Scratching Our Heads + First Man's absence from the Best Picture race was a disappointment, especially considering Damien Chazelle's previous success with La La Land. + Eighth Grade's BOYCOTT-worthy snub of Elsie Fisher in the Best Actress category was a tough pill to swallow.

Best Picture: The Contenders

Now, let's take a closer look at the OSCARS 2019 NOMINATIONS for Best Picture, the crème de la crème of cinematic achievements.

Roma + Alfonso Cuarón's black-and-white masterpiece is a strong contender, with a whopping ten nominations, including Best Director and Best Actress (Yalitza Aparicio). A Star is Born + Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga's musical love story scored eight nods, including Best Picture, Best Actor (Cooper), and Best Actress (Gaga). Green Book + This dramedy about a racist white man learning to accept a black man's humanity scored five nominations, including Best Picture and Best Supporting Actor (Mahershala Ali). Black Panther + Marvel's groundbreaking superhero flick scored seven nods, including Best Picture, Best Original Score, and Best Costume Design. * BlacKkKlansman + Spike Lee's scathing satire of racism scored six nods, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Supporting Actor (Adam Driver).

The Acting Categories: Who Will Take Home the Gold?

Now, let's talk about the OSCARS 2019 NOMINATIONS that have us on the edge of our seats: the acting categories.

Best Actor + Rami Malek (Bohemian Rhapsody) vs. Bradley Cooper (A Star is Born) vs. Christian Bale (Vice) vs. Viggo Mortensen (Green Book) vs. Willem Dafoe (At Eternity's Gate). Best Actress + Lady Gaga (A Star is Born) vs. Glenn Close (The Wife) vs. Olivia Colman (The Favourite) vs. Yalitza Aparicio (Roma) vs. Melissa McCarthy (Can You Ever Forgive Me?). Best Supporting Actor + Mahershala Ali (Green Book) vs. Richard E. Grant (Can You Ever Forgive Me?) vs. Sam Elliott (A Star is Born) vs. Adam Driver (BlacKkKlansman) vs. Chris Waltz (Green Book). Best Supporting Actress + Regina King (If Beale Street Could Talk) vs. Amy Adams (Vice) vs. Marina de Tavira (Roma) vs. Emma Stone (The Favourite) vs. Rachel Weisz (The Favourite).

The Craft Categories: Where the Real Magic Happens

And finally, let's not forget about the OSCARS 2019 NOMINATIONS that celebrate the unsung heroes of cinema: the craftspeople.

Best Director + Alfonso Cuarón (Roma) vs. Spike Lee (BlacKkKlansman) vs. Bradley Cooper (A Star is Born) vs. Pawel Pawlikowski (Cold War) vs. Yorgos Lanthimos (The Favourite). Best Original Screenplay + Green Book vs. First Reformed vs. Roma vs. The Favourite vs. Vice. Best Adapted Screenplay + BlackKklansman vs. A Star is Born vs. Can You Ever Forgive Me? vs. If Beale Street Could Talk vs. BlacKkKlansman. Best Cinematography + Roma vs. Cold War vs. The Favourite vs. Never Look Away vs. A Star is Born.

So, Who Will Take Home the Oscar?

With such a diverse and talented lineup of nominees, predicting the winners of these OSCARS 2019 NOMINATIONS is no easy task. But one thing's for sure: this year's ceremony is shaping up to be a can't-miss event for movie lovers everywhere.

Who do you think will take home the gold? Sound off in the comments, and we'll see you on February 24th for the 91st Academy Awards!