Murphy wins best actor as Oppenheimer sweeps Oscars

Murphy makes history as first Irish-born actor to win best actor at Oscars for his portrayal of J Robert Oppenheimer.

Cillian Murphy is the first Irish-born winner of the best actor award for his role as J Robert Oppenheimer.

The movie asserted its dominance at the awards ceremony, securing top honors such as best picture, best director for Christopher Nolan, and best supporting actor for Robert Downey Jr.

Murphy received recognition as best leading actor for his remarkable portrayal of theoretical physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer.

Expressing his gratitude, the actor stated, “I’m deeply moved to receive this honor tonight. As an Irishman, I stand here with immense pride.”

He extended his thanks to Nolan and producer Emma Thomas, acknowledging the extraordinary journey they embarked on together. Murphy also expressed his appreciation to every member of the crew and cast, crediting them for their support throughout the production.

In his closing remarks, he dedicated the award to “the peacemakers everywhere,” emphasizing the relevance of Oppenheimer’s legacy in today’s world.

Overall, Oppenheimer clinched seven awards at the ceremony, while Poor Things secured four, including best actress for Emma Stone, and The Zone of Interest received two awards.

Robert Downey Jr. was honored with the Best Supporting Actor award for his portrayal of US government official Lewis Strauss in “Oppenheimer.”

During his acceptance speech, Downey Jr. humorously remarked, “I owe thanks to my challenging childhood first, and then to the Academy.”

He expressed gratitude for the opportunity, stating, “I needed this job more than it needed me. Standing here today, I can attest that it has made me a better person.”

Acknowledging his wife Susan Downey’s support, he affectionately referred to her as the one who rescued him from his struggles, saying, “She loved me back to life, which is why I stand before you.”

Renowned for his iconic role as Marvel’s Iron Man, Downey Jr. has successfully revitalized his career following a tumultuous period of drug addiction, including a prison sentence for missing court-ordered drug tests.

In closing, he emphasized the significance of their profession, declaring, “Our work holds meaning, and the choices we make are impactful.”

During the Oscars ceremony, Jimmy Kimmel humorously remarked that the cast and crew were “getting Oppen-hammered at the bar” due to the film’s success.

Upon receiving his first-ever Best Director Oscar, Nolan expressed gratitude to those who supported him throughout his career, stating, “Thank you to those who have been there for me, believed in me for my whole career.”

Addressing the Academy, he reflected on the relatively short history of movies, saying, “Movies are just a little bit over 100 years old, we don’t know where this incredible journey is going from here, but to know that you think I’m a meaningful part of it means the world to me.”

Appearing somewhat disoriented, Al Pacino seemed to forget to introduce the 10 nominees for Best Picture, proceeding directly to announcing Oppenheimer as the winner of the night’s top prize.

Upon accepting the award, producer Emma Thomas shared her disbelief at the moment, saying, “I think any of us who make movies dream of this moment. But it seemed so unlikely that it would ever actually happen.”

In addition to winning Best Picture, Oppenheimer also received recognition for Best Editing, Original Score, and Cinematography. However, it fell short in several other technical categories, preventing it from achieving a record-breaking number of wins.

The film absolutely dominated the night, walking away with multiple major awards. It’s always amazing to see such incredible talent recognized and celebrated in the film industry. So, what did you think of the Oscars this year? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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