The drama *One Battle After Another* emerged as the big winner at the 98th Academy Awards, taking home six Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director. The awards ceremony took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, with Conan O’Brien hosting for the second consecutive year.
Key Results and Records
The film by director Paul Thomas Anderson dominated the key categories. In addition to the top prize, the director took home the Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay. Sean Penn, named Best Supporting Actor for his role in the film, snubbed the ceremony and did not come out to accept his award.
The main contender was the thriller Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler. The film set a historic record with 16 nominations but ultimately won four awards. Among them were Best Actor (Michael B. Jordan) and Best Cinematography. A historic breakthrough occurred in this category: Autumn Durald Arkapaw became the first female cinematographer to win an Oscar.
Award Winners
Best Actress: Jessie Buckley (Hamnet).
Best Supporting Actress: Amy Madigan (Weapons).
Best Original Screenplay: Ryan Coogler (Sinners).
Best Animated Film: K-Pop Demon Hunters.
Best International Film: Sentimental Value (Norway, directed by Joachim Trier).
Best Documentary Film: Mr. Nobody Against Putin.
Best Short Film: The award was shared by The Singers and Two People Exchanging Saliva.
Despite the visual grandeur and record number of nominations for *Sinners*, the Academy members opted for auteur cinema in the race for the top prize.