The selection is met with mixed opinions from the general public.
Ana de Armas received a 2023 Oscar nomination, but the news is being closely investigated.
On Monday, January 23, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ official list of Oscar nominees was released, and the internet is in an uproar — less about who made the list and more about who it did. t.
While some are celebrating the actress’ performance for her portrayal of Marilyn Monroe in Blonde is not only the only Latina in the group, others have a lot to say about expected candidates who were left off this year’s list.
Among the most frequently cited notable viewpoints were appearances by Viola Davis in The Woman King, Mia Goth in pearl and Danielle Deadwyler in Till.
The strong opinions on the snubs poured in, with several Twitter users wondering how the aforementioned talents could possibly be skipped.
“Soooo Ana de Armas nominated for an Oscar, BUT not Viola Davis!!! and Mia Goth?! Speechless,” one irate tweeter remarked, while another followed, “So Ana de Armas gets a nomination but not Mia Goth…? this is just awful,” and a third echoed, “the academy really chose ana de armas over viola davis.”
Other social media users joined Deadwyler in the conversation, noting that her moving presentation should also be celebrated.
Other actors like Brian Tyree Henry, Brendan Fraser, Jamie Lee Curtis, Michelle Yeohand Austin Butler are being applauded for snagging their first-ever nomination.
English actor and film critic Peter Howl pointed out the interesting fact that the actual stars (Marilyn Monroe and Elvis Presley) have never been greeted with awards for their films, while living, current actors are now being lauded for their portrayals of the legends who have died.
For more information, see our comprehensive guide to the 2023 Oscars and all of the nominees.
the Jimmy Kimmel-hosted 95th Academy Awards will air Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. on ABC.