Messi, the border collie from the film Anatomy of a Fall, will not attend the Oscars despite becoming a Hollywood sensation. The canine star's popularity soared after winning the Palm Dog at Cannes and captivating celebrities at the nominees luncheon. However, some complained about his attendance potentially influencing voting. Despite the controversy, animals have a history at the Oscars, with Uggie from The Artist and a donkey from Banshees of Inisherin making appearances in previous years.
Justine Triet's film "Anatomy of a Fall" won Best Film and Best Director at the César Awards, making her only the second woman to win the Best Director prize in the awards' history. Sandra Hüller also won Best Actress for her role in the film. The event also featured an unexpected result in the Best Foreign Film category, with Canadian director Monia Chokri's "The Nature of Love" winning over Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer." The ceremony was marked by a #MeToo moment, with actress and director Judith Godrèche delivering a moving speech about sexual abuse in the French cinema world.
German actress Sandra Hüller's Oscar-nominated performance in Anatomy of a Fall has put her in the spotlight, with the film's viral moments making her a dark horse contender for the top prize. The film explores the breakdown of a relationship through the lens of the courtroom, with Hüller's character facing societal judgement and aggressive cross-examination. The success of the film has propelled director Justine Triet into a different league, making her a Palme d'Or winner and one of only eight women filmmakers to be nominated for a best director Oscar. Hüller's nomination is both intimidating and rewarding, and she remains tight-lipped about the film's big unanswered question, leaving audiences to form their own theories.
The BAFTA Film Awards took place in London, with Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer" leading nominations. Other top contenders included Yorgos Lanthimos’ "Poor Things," Martin Scorsese’s "Killers Of The Flower Moon," and Jonathan Glazer’s "The Zone of Interest." "Anatomy of a Fall" won for Original Screenplay, and "The Boy and the Heron" took home the award for Animated Film.
At the Oscar Nominees Luncheon, Hollywood A-listers gathered at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, with the spotlight falling on the Border collie from "Anatomy of a Fall," who had stars lining up to meet him. Despite the presence of famous names like Robert Downey Jr., Emma Stone, and Martin Scorsese, the event initially lacked a standout presence until supporting actress nominee America Ferrera's reaction to something unexpected.
Sandra Hüller, the German actor, discusses her recent Oscar nomination, her role in "The Zone of Interest," and her experience working on "Anatomy of a Fall." She delves into the themes of fascism and the creative process behind the films, including the decision to scrap a sex scene in "Anatomy of a Fall." Hüller also shares her thoughts on promoting both films during awards season and the support from the film studios.
Justine Triet’s Anatomy of a Fall and Thomas Cailley’s The Animal Kingdom lead the nominations for the 2024 Cesar Awards, with both films receiving nods in multiple categories including best film and best director. Other contenders for best film include Junkyard Dog, All Your Faces, and The Goldman Case. Notable nominees for best actress include Marion Cotillard and Sandra Hüller, while Romain Duris and Benjamin Lavernhe are among the best actor nominees. The awards ceremony will take place in Paris on February 23, with Christopher Nolan set to receive an honorary Cesar for lifetime achievement.
The Animal Kingdom leads the nominations for France’s 2024 César Awards with 12 nods, followed by Anatomy of a Fall with 11 nominations. Other notable contenders include All Your Faces and The Goldman Case. The awards ceremony will take place at the l’Olympia theatre in Paris, with honorary Césars being presented to Christopher Nolan and Agnès Jaoui.
Actor and director Samuel Theis, known for his role in "Anatomy of a Fall," has been accused of rape by a crew member during the filming of his latest project, "Je le Jure." The accuser claimed the incident occurred after a drunken evening, while Theis maintains the encounter was consensual. The production conducted an independent investigation, which concluded that there were no elements qualifying the incident as a sexual assault. Theis was removed from the set but continued to direct the film remotely. The crew member reportedly filed a police report, and the situation has raised concerns about handling such cases in the film industry.
The 2024 Golden Globes saw "Succession" and "Oppenheimer" emerge as the big winners, with "Succession" dominating the TV awards and "Oppenheimer" leading the movie awards. To stream these winners, "Succession" is available on Max, "The Bear" on Hulu, "Beef" on Netflix, "Oppenheimer" on Amazon or Apple, "The Holdovers" on Peacock, "Poor Things" is currently in theaters, and "Anatomy of a Fall" can be bought or rented on Amazon or Apple.
Director Justine Triet hinted at potentially revealing the truth behind the ambiguous ending of her film "Anatomy of a Fall" during her Golden Globes acceptance speech, suggesting she already knows the truth about the main character's guilt or innocence. The film's ending leaves the cause of a character's death open to interpretation, and Triet's comments have sparked speculation about a potential major reveal in the future.
French film "Anatomy of a Fall" directed by Justine Triet dominated the 36th European Film Awards, winning Best Film, Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Actress for Sandra Hüller. The thought-provoking drama tells the story of a possible Alpine murder that evolves into a captivating courtroom drama, exploring parenthood and societal prejudices. While deserving, some feel that other films like "Green Border" and "The Zone of Interest" should have received more recognition. The European Film Awards need to elevate their aesthetics and marketing to match the quality of European cinema and position themselves as a prestigious event.
German actress Sandra Hüller won the Best Actress award at the European Film Awards for her role in "Anatomy of a Fall," which also won Best Picture. Hüller was also nominated for her role in "The Zone of Interest." "Anatomy of a Fall" received additional awards for Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Editing, and European Film 2023. Other winners included Mads Mikkelsen for Best Actor in "The Promised Land" and Vanessa Redgrave for her life's work.
French film Anatomy Of A Fall directed by Justine Triet dominated the 36th European Film Awards, winning Best European Film, Director, Screenplay (with Arthur Harari), and Actress for Sandra Hüller. The film's success at the European Film Awards is expected to generate more buzz for the upcoming Academy Awards. Other notable nominees included Aki Kaurismäki, Agnieszka Holland, Matteo Garrone, and Jonathan Glazer.
Justine Triet's courtroom drama "Anatomy of a Fall" won Best Film at the 2023 European Film Awards, with Sandra Hüller winning Best Actress for her performance in the same film. Triet also took home the Best Director award and shared the Best Screenplay honor with Arthur Harari. Mads Mikkelsen won Best Actor for his role in "The Promised Land." The evening also saw awards for best documentary, best debut feature, best animated feature, and best short film, among others. The event addressed the challenging political landscape in Europe, with calls for peace and solidarity.
