Margot Robbie Breaks Silence on Barbie's Oscar Snub: A Disappointing Turn of Events
Margot Robbie, the star of the highly anticipated film 'Barbie,' has finally broken her silence regarding the movie's notable absence in two crucial Oscar categories – Best Director and Best Actress. Despite securing a total of eight Oscar nominations, the omission in these significant categories has left Robbie and the film's team expressing their disappointment. Let's delve into Robbie's thoughts on this matter and explore the details of the film's Oscar journey. 👇
Margot Robbie's Response
In a recent interview with Deadline, Margot Robbie shared her thoughts on the absence of nominations in the Best Director and Best Actress categories for 'Barbie.' Despite the letdown, Robbie expressed gratitude for the nominations they did receive, emphasizing the impossibility of feeling upset when one acknowledges their immense luck. She added, 'Everyone getting those nominations and the Best Picture nomination is incredible.'
Addressing Greta Gerwig's Snub
Discussing the omission of Greta Gerwig from the Best Director category, Robbie voiced her support for Gerwig, stating, 'Of course, I think Greta should have been nominated for director because what she did and achieved is something that happens once in someone's career or life, really.'
Cultural Impact and Beyond Expectations
Robbie highlighted the project's aim to have a cultural impact, expressing satisfaction that this goal was achieved, surpassing expectations. The film, 'Barbie,' secured nominations in multiple categories, including Best Picture, Costume Design, Production Design, Adapted Screenplay, and Original Song, particularly earning two nominations in the Original Song category for 'I'm Just Ken' and 'What Was I Made For?'
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