Margot Robbie’s Barbie just pulled off a plot twist at the Oscars. Fans and critics are raising eyebrows as Robbie’s stellar performance failed to snag a spot in a category everyone thought it would ace. Not Best Picture or Best Actress, but the overlooked spotlight is on the makeup and hair game.
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Barbie delivered a visual spectacle, but somehow, the Oscars missed the memo.
No Oscar Nod For Barbie In Best Makeup And Hair
In a surprising twist, Greta Gerwig’s fantasy-comedy smashed records, raking in a whopping $1.44 billion globally.
It beat out even The Super Mario Bros. Movie to become the year’s top-grossing film. Barbie held the No. 1 spot for a solid four weekends, making it the highest-grossing movie ever directed solely by a woman.
Now, here’s where it gets interesting. Despite Barbie dominating the box office and turning heads, it got the cold shoulder from the Oscars in the Best Makeup & Hair category. Fans are scratching their heads, wondering how Margot Robbie’s killer transformation missed the mark.
Check out the above picture: the artists put in serious work to make Barbie come to life. But guess what? The Oscars shrugged it off.
The glam squad behind Barbie did some serious magic, creating looks that wowed the crowds, but somehow, the Oscars missed the memo.
Fans voiced their disappointment online, with one saying, “This is the one thing it should’ve been nominated for.”
This is the one thing it should’ve been nominated for wtf
— MJ (@MJ__Hernandez) December 21, 2023
They deserved it lol
— Snake (@faltubatnh) December 21, 2023
Crazy. It was used quite strongly for character and provided a distinct look. Should AT LEAST be on the short-list:https://t.co/a3q7HlnfBv
— MovieGainz (@MovieGainz) December 21, 2023
If there was only one Oscar they definitely deserved to be nominated for it was this one lmao
— nation of (@NationOfEagles) December 21, 2023
No fucking way, look at Barbie alone throughout the film she had many different hairstyles
— Archie @ CF2023 (@Archie_Knighty) December 21, 2023
So, there you have it: a Hollywood rollercoaster with Barbie at the center, raising eyebrows and leaving fans and artists alike wondering what went wrong in the Oscars glam game. However, Barbie did snag a lead in the Oscars nominations shortlist.
Barbie Tops The Oscars Shortlist For Nominations
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Barbie is making waves on the Oscars shortlist, setting the stage for a possible win at the big event. It’s the cinema showdown of the year: the 40-year-old Barbie facing off against Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer.
The rivalry extends to the Oscars nomination shortlist, where both films are in the running for multiple potential nods. Robbie’s Barbie shines in five categories, while Oppenheimer is in the mix for three.
The showdown happens in just two categories: music (original score) and sound. Barbie boasts an impressive lineup, with three songs vying for a spot in music (original song).
The anticipation is real, and fans are buzzing about the film’s impact and award prospects. Stay tuned for the official nominations on January 23, 2024.
Mark your calendars for the 96th Oscars ceremony on March 10, 2024, in Hollywood. Barbie is stealing the spotlight, and excitement is building as the countdown to the Oscars begins.
