Shameik Moore, the voice of Miles Morales in "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," apologized for his initial reaction to the film's loss at the Oscars, acknowledging that he should have been more graceful. After the movie lost to "The Boy and the Heron," Moore received feedback on social media urging him to respect the winning film by Hayao Miyazaki. He later expressed respect for the winners and acknowledged the impact of "Spiderverse," while also apologizing for his actions and praising the professionalism of the Spiderverse team.
"Oppenheimer" solidifies its frontrunner status for Best Picture at the 2024 Oscars by winning the Darryl F. Zanuck Award for Outstanding Producer of Theatrical Motion Pictures at the Producers Guild of America Awards, with director Christopher Nolan praised as "the best producer." The star-studded event also saw "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" winning Outstanding Producer of Animated Theatrical Motion Pictures, further boosting its Oscar chances, while the PGA Awards' predictive power for other Oscar categories remains evident.
Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse snagged seven Annie Awards, including Best Feature and Best Direction, while Netflix also secured nine wins, with Blue Eye Samurai and Nimona among the recipients. Hayao Miyazaki's The Boy And The Heron took home two prizes. Despite the accolades, the outcome may not significantly impact the Oscars, which typically favor Disney films, but Across The Spider-Verse stands as a strong contender due to its popularity and positive reception.
At the 2024 Annie Awards, Sony’s "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" secured seven wins, including Best Picture and Best FX, while Marvel's "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" and "Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur" also received accolades. Netflix's "Blue Eye Samurai" triumphed in categories such as Best Writing and Editing, Best Character Animation, and Best Mature TV. Additionally, voice actor Eric Bauza advocated for the release of "Coyote vs. Acme," emphasizing the importance of preserving legacy characters.
"Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" dominated the 2024 Annie Awards, winning seven awards including Best Feature. Other notable winners included "Nimona" and "The Boy and the Heron." The event also recognized achievements in TV and media, with "Blue Eye Samurai" and "Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur" among the top winners. The ceremony also honored industry veterans and presented awards for student films and technical achievements.
"Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" dominated the 51st Annie Awards, winning seven prizes including best feature, while Netflix's "Blue Eye Samurai" and "Nimona" also took home multiple awards. Other winners included "Robot Dreams," "The Boy and the Heron," and "WAR IS OVER! Inspired by the Music of John & Yoko." The event also honored industry contributors and featured a range of categories from TV/Media to student films and special productions.
The 51st Annie Awards are underway, with Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse securing early wins for music, production design, and character design. Notably, this year's Best Animated Feature Oscar race includes strong contenders such as Nimona, The Boy and the Heron, and Elemental. The event also saw several other winners across various categories, with Netflix's Nimona leading the nominations.
The American Film Institute (AFI) has announced its top ten films of 2024, including "American Fiction," "Barbie," "Killers of the Flower Moon," "Maestro," "May December," "Oppenheimer," "Past Lives," "Poor Things," "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," and "The Holdovers." The AFI also revealed its top ten television programs of the year, which include "Abbott Elementary," "The Bear," "Beef," "Jury Duty," "The Last of Us," "The Morning Show," "Only Murders in the Building," "Poker Face," "Reservation Dogs," and "Succession."
The American Film Institute (AFI) has announced its top 10 movies and TV shows of 2023. The list includes films such as Oppenheimer, Barbie, and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, as well as TV shows like The Bear and Abbott Elementary. Universal Pictures and Netflix were the big winners on the film side, while AFI's selections often align with award winners. The winners will be officially honored at the postponed ceremony in January.
The AFI Awards 2023 Film Top 10 list has been announced, featuring films such as "Barbie," "Oppenheimer," "Maestro," and more. Notably, the animated film "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" made the list, despite its predecessor not being included in previous years. Netflix has two films on the list, and historically, no film has won the Best Picture Oscar without first being on the AFI Awards list. The honorees will be celebrated at a private luncheon in January 2024.
The article lists the 50 best movies of 2023 in the US, starting from number 50 to 41. Some notable films include "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," an animated sequel that offers a refreshing take on superheroes, and "Anselm," a documentary by Wim Wenders about German artist Anselm Kiefer. Other films mentioned are "Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret," "American Fiction," and "How to Blow Up a Pipeline."
Netflix is set to release over 60 new movies, series, and games this week, including highly anticipated titles such as Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, All The Light We Cannot See, and BLUE EYE SAMURAI. The lineup is one of the most stacked in recent years, featuring a mix of Sony movies, book adaptations, and original content. Viewers can expect a range of genres and themes, from animated superhero adventures to historical dramas set in Edo-period Japan.
Greta Lee discusses her breakout moment at 40, starring in "Past Lives" and voicing a character in "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse." She reveals that her inspiration to pursue acting came from watching Val Kilmer in "The Saint." Lee's performance in "Past Lives" has garnered praise and Oscar buzz. She reflects on the unique portrayal of her character and her experience as a bilingual actress. Despite struggling to land roles in the past, she feels grateful for the opportunities she has now.
Daniel Kaluuya's character, Spider-Punk, was almost cut from the upcoming film "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse." However, after meeting Kaluuya, the writer-producers decided to keep the character due to his personality and the actor's suitability for the role. Spider-Punk joins a lineup of various Spider-People in the sequel, which also includes other fan-favorite characters from the first film. The release date for the movie is currently undetermined due to ongoing union strikes.
The opening sequence of "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," the highly anticipated sequel to "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse," is now available to watch on YouTube. Directed by Joaquim Dos Santos, Kemp Powers, and Justin K. Thompson, the film continues the story of Miles Morales and Gwen Stacy as they face a multiversal threat. The sequel pushes the boundaries of animation and storytelling, featuring a star-studded cast including Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Oscar Isaac, Daniel Kaluuya, Issa Rae, and Jake Johnson. "Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse" will conclude the trilogy, but its release is still a while away.
