A tribute that started with words from the Ukrainian-born Mila Kunis ended with the Academy Awards fading to black about midway through Sunday's show from Los Angeles, with a plea for anyone watching to do whatever possible to send help to those in the war-torn nation.
Oscars 2022 Winners: 'CODA' Is The Movie Of The Year; Jane Campion Beats Steven Spielberg As Best Director
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Drama, emotions and epic performances - it was an Oscars to remember.
In case you forgot to catch the live action, we've got you covered.
Here's a list of the top winners at the 94th Academy Awards.
Drama, emotions and epic performances - it was an Oscars to remember.In case you forgot to catch the live action, we've got you covered.Here's a list of the top winners at the 94th Academy Awards.
The Academy's aim this year was to end the ceremony on a feel-good note by naming 'CODA' in the Best Picture category. The deaf family drama, which got its first premiere at a virtual Sundance Film Festival in 2021, started its journey as an underdog, but earned its place as an Oscar-favourite for the top award.
Sian Heder also won the Best Adapted Screenplay Award.
The movie is available to stream on Apple TV+. (Image: AFP)
The Academy's aim this year was to end the ceremony on a feel-good note by naming 'CODA' in the Best Picture category. The deaf family drama, which got its first premiere at a virtual Sundance Film F..
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The Will Smith-Chris Rock drama caught everyone's attention. A joke, followed by an angry slap, was the most-discussed topic at the ceremony.
But, let's keep it for another time. Smith, who played the character of Venus and Serena Williams' father in 'King Richard', took home his first Oscar by bagging the Best Actor award.
The actor was in tears and shared an emotional acceptance speech, later apologising to the Academy and his fellow nominees.
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The Will Smith-Chris Rock drama caught everyone's attention. A joke, followed by an angry slap, was the most-discussed topic at the ceremony.But, let's keep it for another time. Smith, who played the..
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'Dune' claimed the top spot with awards in six categories.
Cinematography: Greig Fraser
Music (Original Score): Hans Zimmer
Film editing: Joe Walker
Production design: Patrice Vermette & Zsuzsanna Sipos
Visual Effects: Brian Connor, Paul Lambert, Gerd Nefzer & Tristan Myles
Sound: Doug Hemphill, Theo Green, Mark Mangini, Ron Barlett & Mac Ruth
'Dune' claimed the top spot with awards in six categories.Cinematography: Greig Fraser Music (Original Score): Hans ZimmerFilm editing: Joe WalkerProduction design: Patrice Vermette & Zsuzsanna Sipos..
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Actress Jessica Chastain was the front-runner for the Best Actress award, and the Oscars didn't disappoint. This was her first Oscar for portraying the empathetic televangelist Tammy Faye in 'The Eyes of Tammy Faye'. She also produced the movie.
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Actress Jessica Chastain was the front-runner for the Best Actress award, and the Oscars didn't disappoint. This was her first Oscar for portraying the empathetic televangelist Tammy Faye in 'The Eye..
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Film-maker Jane Campion finally managed to beat Steven Spielberg, after 28 years, to win the Best Director Award for 'The Power of the Dog'.
While this is first Best Director Oscar, she is the first woman to be nominated twice for the Best Director title.
Prior to this, she won the Best Original Screenplay trophy in 1994 for 'The Piano'.
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Film-maker Jane Campion finally managed to beat Steven Spielberg, after 28 years, to win the Best Director Award for 'The Power of the Dog'.While this is first Best Director Oscar, she is the first w..
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It was an emotional moment for the 'CODA' team when Troy Kotsur won the Best Supporting Actor award. He is the first first male deaf actor to win an Oscar, and only the second deaf actor to hold the prestigious trophy, joining his 'CODA' co-star Matlin.
Kotsur dedicated his award to the Deaf, disabled and the CODA community.
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It was an emotional moment for the 'CODA' team when Troy Kotsur won the Best Supporting Actor award. He is the first first male deaf actor to win an Oscar, and only the second deaf actor to hold the ..
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Billie Eilish couldn't contain her happiness on winning her first Oscar.
She, along with her producer-brother, Finneas O'Connell, won the Best Original Song award for writing the title track 'No Time to Die' from Daniel Craig's last Bond film of the same name.
Eilish also performed the song at the ceremony.
Prior to this, two other Bond songs won the Best Original Song title - Adele's 'Skyfall' in 2012, and Sam Smith's 'Writing's on the Wall' in 2015.
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Billie Eilish couldn't contain her happiness on winning her first Oscar.She, along with her producer-brother, Finneas O'Connell, won the Best Original Song award for writing the title track 'No Time ..
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'West Side Story' star Ariana DeBose was among the early winners at the ceremony. She won her first Oscar in the Best Supporting Actress category for acting, singing and dancing as Anita in the Steven Spielberg-directorial.
She becomes the first Afro-Latina and openly LGBTQ actress to win in the category.
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'West Side Story' star Ariana DeBose was among the early winners at the ceremony. She won her first Oscar in the Best Supporting Actress category for acting, singingand dancing as Anita in the Steven..
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It turned out to be a big blow to India when 'Summer of Soul' bagged the Best Documentary title at the ceremony.
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It turned out to be a big blow to India when 'Summer of Soul' bagged the Best Documentary title at the ceremony. (Image: AFP)
"Recent global events have left many of us feeling gutted," Kunis said as she took the stage, part of her remarks to introduce Reba McIntyre's performance of the Oscar-nominated song "Somehow You Do" from "Four Good Days."
"Yet when you witness the strength and dignity of those facing such devastation, it's impossible to not be moved by their resilience," Kunis continued. "One cannot help but be in awe of those who find strength to keep fighting through unimaginable darkness." That's when McIntyre took the stage, dressed in a black gown, for her performance.
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The balance between celebrating art while Russia's invasion of Ukraine rages on has been a delicate one for the Oscars. Sean Penn has openly campaigned for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy - a former actor - to speak at the ceremony. Some arrived for the Oscars wearing blue-and-gold ribbons, an obvious show of support since those are the colors of the Ukrainian flag. When McIntyre's song ended, a large video screen hovering over the stage displayed a tribute and a plea as the 30-second moment of silence began.
"We'd like to have a moment of silence to show our support for the people of Ukraine currently facing invasion, conflict and prejudice within their own borders," read the screen. "While film is an important avenue for us to express our humanity in times of conflict, the reality is millions of families in Ukraine need food, medical care, clean water and emergency services. Resources are scarce and we - collectively as a global community - can do more."
It then ended with a display of the following: "We ask you to support Ukraine in any way you are able. #StandWithUkraine."
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