'Oppenheimer' dominates AACTA nominations, 'Barbie' follows behind

The 'Barbenheimer' duo, Barbie and Oppenheimer,  and The Killers of the Flower Moon dominated the 13th Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) International Award nominations (AACTA).

As reported by Variety, the nominations included seven for Oppenheimer, including best film, while  Barbie and The Killers of the Flower Moon picked up five nominations. All three of the films have been nominated for best film.

About AACTA nominees:

Bradley Cooper landed three nominations for his work on Maestro including best lead actor, best screenplay and best direction.

Achieving her second international nomination at the AACTA, Cate Blanchett was nominated for her performance in The New Boy.

Succession received the most recognition with five nominations, also receiving four acting nominations for performances by Kieran Culkin, Matthew MacFadyen, Jeremy Strong and Sarah Snook.

The Last of Us followed Succession by picking up three nominations in the TV series categories.

Beef, The Crown, and Yellowjackets were the other nominees in the best drama series category.

Meanwhile, Only Murders in the Building, Sex Education, Ted Lasso, The Bear and The Marvellous Mrs. Maisel received nominations in the category of comedy series.

About AACTA Awards: 

The AACTA International awards is not only limited to Australia but recognizes global film and TV productions of the ongoing year, voted on by Australian professionals.

The separate AACTA Awards focus on Australian-made content.

In a conversation with the outlet, AACTA CEO Damian Trewhella said, “The 13th AACTA International Awards nominations reflect the pinnacle of global film and television excellence, celebrating the incredible achievements and exceptional talent that have captivated audiences worldwide.”

The winners of the AACTA International Awards will be announced on February 10, 2024, on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia.