American Movie Awards: Celebrating Excellence in Cinema

The 2024 American Movie Awards celebrated the best in cinema. They recognized great achievements in many categories. This year’s awards highlighted the amazing talent and creativity. They define the film industry. The 2024 American Movie Awards honored captivating performances. They also honored groundbreaking technical achievements. The awards recognized people who’ve made big contributions to filmmaking.

This year’s ceremony recognized a diverse range of films and performances. Oppenheimer and Poor Things were the evening’s big winners. Oppenheimer took home the Best Picture award. The awards celebrated performances from both established actors and newcomers. They’ve shown the industry’s wide talent.

Let’s take a closer look at the winners and nominees of the 2024 American Movie Awards:

2024 American Movie Awards: Winners and Nominees

CategoryWinnerNominees
Actor in a Leading RoleCillian Murphy – OppenheimerBradley Cooper – Maestro
Colman Domingo – Rustin
Paul Giamatti – The Holdovers
Jeffrey Wright – American Fiction
Actor in a Supporting RoleRobert Downey Jr. – OppenheimerSterling K. Brown – American Fiction
Robert De Niro – Killers of the Flower Moon
Ryan Gosling – Barbie
Mark Ruffalo – Poor Things
Actress in a Leading RoleEmma Stone – Poor ThingsAnnette Bening – Nyad
Lily Gladstone – Killers of the Flower Moon
Sandra Hüller – Anatomy of a Fall
Carey Mulligan – Maestro
Actress in a Supporting RoleDa’Vine Joy Randolph – The HoldoversEmily Blunt – Oppenheimer
Danielle Brooks – The Color Purple
America Ferrera – Barbie
Jodie Foster – Nyad
Animated Feature FilmThe Boy and the HeronElemental
Nimona
Robot Dreams
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
CinematographyOppenheimer – Hoyte van HoytemaEl Conde – Edward Lachman
Killers of the Flower Moon – Rodrigo Prieto
Maestro – Matthew Libatique
Poor Things – Robbie Ryan
Costume DesignPoor Things – Holly WaddingtonBarbie – Jacqueline Durran
Killers of the Flower Moon – Jacqueline West
Napoleon – Janty Yates and Dave Crossman
Oppenheimer – Ellen Mirojnick
DirectingChristopher Nolan – OppenheimerJustine Triet – Anatomy of a Fall
Martin Scorsese – Killers of the Flower Moon
Yorgos Lanthimos – Poor Things
Jonathan Glazer – The Zone of Interest
Documentary Feature Film20 Days in MariupolBobi Wine: The People’s President
The Eternal Memory
Four Daughters
To Kill a Tiger
Documentary Short FilmThe Last Repair ShopThe ABCs of Book Banning
The Barber of Little Rock
Island in Between
Nǎi Nai & Wài Pó
Film EditingOppenheimer – Jennifer LameAnatomy of a Fall – Laurent Sénéchal
The Holdovers – Kevin Tent
Killers of the Flower Moon – Thelma Schoonmaker
Poor Things – Yorgos Mavropsaridis
International Feature FilmThe Zone of Interest (UK)Io Capitano (Italy)
Perfect Days (Japan)
Society of the Snow (Spain)
The Teachers’ Lounge (Germany)
Makeup and HairstylingPoor ThingsGolda
Maestro
Oppenheimer
Society of the Snow
Music (Original Score)Ludwig Göransson – OppenheimerLaura Karpman – American Fiction
John Williams – Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
Robbie Robertson – Killers of the Flower Moon
Jerskin Fendrix – Poor Things
Music (Original Song)“What Was I Made For?” – Barbie“The Fire Inside” – Flamin’ Hot
“I’m Just Ken” – Barbie
“It Never Went Away” – American Symphony
“Wahzhazhe (A Song for My People)” – Killers of the Flower Moon
Best PictureOppenheimerAmerican Fiction
Anatomy of a Fall
Barbie
The Holdovers
Killers of the Flower Moon
Maestro
Past Lives
Poor Things
The Zone of Interest
Production DesignPoor ThingsBarbie
Killers of the Flower Moon
Napoleon
Oppenheimer
Animated Short FilmWar is Over! Inspired by the Music of John & YokoLetter to a Pig
Ninety-Five Senses
Our Uniform
Pachyderme
Live Action Short FilmThe Wonderful Story of Henry SugarThe After
Invincible
Knight of Fortune
Red, White and Blue
SoundThe Zone of InterestThe Creator
Maestro
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One
Oppenheimer
Visual EffectsGodzilla Minus OneThe Creator
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One
Napoleon
Writing (Adapted Screenplay)American Fiction – Cord JeffersonBarbie
Oppenheimer
Poor Things
The Zone of Interest
Writing (Original Screenplay)Anatomy of a Fall – Justine Triet and Arthur HarariThe Holdovers
Maestro
May December
Past Lives

The 2024 American Movie Awards showed the importance of storytelling. They also showed the power of film to inspire, entertain, and provoke thought. The winners and nominees showcased many genres and styles. They reflected the diversity and richness of modern cinema.

The films honored at the 2024 American Movie Awards left a mark. They did so through great acting, stunning effects, and compelling stories. The mark was on both audiences and the industry. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees. They made exceptional contributions to film.

2024 American Movie Awards: Spotlight on the Winners

The 2024 American Movie Awards recognized great films. They also celebrated the remarkable talents behind these works. Let’s look more at the achievements of this year’s winners. And, at the importance of their contributions to cinema.

Best Picture: Oppenheimer

Emma Thomas, Charles Roven, and Christopher Nolan produced it. Oppenheimer was the big winner of the night. It’s taken home the coveted Best Picture award. The film is a biographical drama. Christopher Nolan directs it. It’s about J. Robert Oppenheimer, the physicist often called the “father of the atomic bomb.” The movie had a complex story. Plus, it had great acting and technical skill. This made it stand out among this year’s movies.

Best Picture: Oppenheimer

Actor in a Leading Role: Cillian Murphy

Cillian Murphy played J. Robert Oppenheimer in Oppenheimer. This role earned him the Best Actor award. People praised his performance for its depth and intensity. It captured the complex emotions and moral dilemmas of Oppenheimer. Murphy dedicated himself to the role. His ability to show the character’s inner turmoil was key to his win.

Actor in a Leading Role: Cillian Murphy

Actor in a Supporting Role: Robert Downey Jr.

Robert Downey Jr. won Best Supporting Actor for his role in Oppenheimer. His performance added intrigue and complexity to the film. It showcased his skill at acting. Downey Jr.’s ability to bring depth to his character was instrumental in the film’s success.

Actor in a Supporting Role: Robert Downey Jr.

Actress in a Leading Role: Emma Stone

Emma Stone’s performance in Poor Things earned her the Best Actress award. Stone portrayed Bella Baxter. She was a woman brought back to life by an eccentric scientist. Her portrayal was both whimsical and deep. She balanced the character’s innocence with insight well. This ability was a testament to her skill. She was a great actress.

Actress in a Leading Role: Emma Stone

Actress in a Supporting Role: Da’Vine Joy Randolph

Da’Vine Joy Randolph won Best Supporting Actress for her role in The Holdovers. Her performance was warm and funny. It made her character one of the most memorable parts of the movie. Randolph’s ability to bring truth and feeling to her role made her a deserving winner.

Actress in a Supporting Role: Da'Vine Joy Randolph

Animated Feature Film: The Boy and the Heron

Hayao Miyazaki directed it. Toshio Suzuki produced it. The Boy and the Heron won Best Animated Feature Film. The film is a stunning visual masterpiece. It tells a tale that explores loss and redemption with fantasy. Miyazaki’s visionary storytelling and the film’s breathtaking animation captivated audiences worldwide.

Animated Feature Film: The Boy and the Heron

Cinematography: Hoyte van Hoytema for Oppenheimer

Hoyte van Hoytema’s work on Oppenheimer earned him the award for Best Cinematography. He used light and shadow. He also used innovative camera techniques. These techniques forged a captivating story with striking visuals. They enhanced the film’s dramatic impact. Van Hoytema’s cinematography was crucial. It conveyed the film’s depth of feeling and meaning.

Cinematography: Hoyte van Hoytema for Oppenheimer

Costume Design: Holly Waddington for Poor Things

Holly Waddington won Best Costume Design for her work on Poor Things. Her designs blended period elements with fantastical aesthetics. They were key in creating the film’s unique style. Waddington’s attention to detail and creative vision were key to bringing the film’s world to life.

Costume Design: Holly Waddington for Poor Things

Directing: Christopher Nolan for Oppenheimer

Christopher Nolan’s direction of Oppenheimer earned him the Best Director award. Nolan pays close attention to detail. He can craft a compelling narrative. This made him one of the top directors in modern cinema. It’s his leadership and vision is instrumental in the film’s success.

Directing: Christopher Nolan for Oppenheimer

Documentary Feature Film: 20 Days in Mariupol

Mstyslav Chernov directed it. Michelle Mizner and Raney Aronson-Rath produced it. It’s won Best Documentary Feature Film. The documentary provides a harrowing and intimate look at the siege of Mariupol. It captures the resilience and humanity of its residents. The film tells powerful stories. It has raw, unfiltered footage. These have brought critical attention to an ongoing crisis.

Documentary Feature Film: 20 Days in Mariupol

Film Editing: Jennifer Lame for Oppenheimer

Jennifer Lame’s editing of Oppenheimer earned her the Best Film Editing award. Her expertise refined the narrative, clarifying the film’s intricate plot. They kept up the tension and engagement. Lame’s work was crucial in delivering the film’s powerful emotional impact.

Film Editing: Jennifer Lame for Oppenheimer

International Feature Film: The Zone of Interest (United Kingdom)

Jonathan Glazer directed The Zone of Interest. It’s won Best International Feature Film. The film brought to life the harsh reality next to Auschwitz. It was poignant and unsettling. Glazer’s innovative storytelling approach earned broad critical acclaim. They also praised the film’s simple style.

International Feature Film: The Zone of Interest (United Kingdom)

Music (Original Score): Ludwig Göransson for Oppenheimer

Ludwig Göransson won Best Original Score for his work on Oppenheimer. Göransson’s score combined orchestral and electronic elements. It played a key role in building the film’s tension and emotion. His music was instrumental in creating the film’s unique atmosphere.

Music (Original Score): Ludwig Göransson for Oppenheimer

Music (Original Song): “What Was I Made For?” from Barbie

Written and performed by Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell, “What Was I Made For?” from Barbie won Best Original Song. The song had introspective lyrics and a haunting melody. The film’s core roots its themes of identity and self-discovery. Eilish and O’Connell collaborated. It’s resulted in a memorable song.

Music (Original Song): "What Was I Made For?" from Barbie

Conclusion

The 2024 American Movie Awards celebrated diverse and exceptional talents. They’re from the film industry. The winners this year showed the art of filmmaking at its best. They had powerful performances and technical brilliance. We look forward to another year of great movies. We celebrate the achievements of these artists. They continue to inspire and entertain audiences worldwide.