Margot Robbie, the star of the highest-grossing film of 2023, “Barbie,” was not nominated for Best Leading Actress at the Oscars. This was surprising. Despite her acclaimed performance and the film’s success, she did not cut in a year that saw a highly competitive Actress in a Leading Role category.
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— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) JANUARY 23, 2024
Robbie’s portrayal of the world’s beloved doll, Barbie, was well-received by critics and audiences alike. The film portrays Barbie’s journey of self-discovery. She leaves behind her life in plastic. The Independent described it as “one of the most inventive, immaculately crafted, and surprising mainstream films in recent memory.” The Hollywood Reporter also noted that jokes drove the film. The jokes poke light fun at Mattel, prod the ridiculousness of the doll’s lore, and gesture at the contradictions of our sexist society.
Despite Robbie’s exclusion from the Best Leading Actress nominations, “Barbie” did receive eight nominations, including Best Picture. Robbie, who also served as a producer on the film, is nominated in the Best Picture category. This recognition is a testament to her creative process and decision to cater to her fan base by delivering a solid performance.
The nominees for Best Leading Actress Annette Bening in the same year were for “Nyad,” Lily Gladstone for “Killers of the Flower Moon,” Sandra Hüller for “Anatomy of a Fall,” Carey Mulligan for “Maestro,” and Emma Stone for “Poor Things.” The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences members vote to select Oscar nominees. Each branch nominates in their respective categories.
Robbie’s exclusion from the Best Leading Actress nominations sparked strong reactions. Both the public and the film industry were affected. Fans of the movie “Barbie” and Robbie expressed their disappointment and confusion on social media platforms. They were baffled that Robbie, who played the lead role in the highest-grossing film in 2023, was not nominated for Best Leading Actress.
Hollywood insiders also expressed their disappointment. They questioned the decision of the Oscar voters. They felt that both Robbie and Greta Gerwig, the director of “Barbie,” deserved to be nominated given the film’s success. America Ferrera won a Best Supporting Actress nomination for “Barbie.” She expressed her disappointment about Robbie and Gerwig not being nominated. She praised Robbie’s performance. She stated that what Robbie achieved as an actress in “Barbie” was unbelievable.
Despite the Oscar snub, Robbie has received multiple Best Actress nominations for her role in “Barbie.” The nominations came from the BAFTAs, the Critics Choice Awards, the Golden Globes, the People’s Choice Awards, and the Screen Actors Guild Awards. This recognition affirms the impact of her performance in “Barbie” and her contribution to the film industry.
Margot Robbie’s exclusion from the Best Leading Actress nominations at the Oscars surprised many. However, her performance in “Barbie” continues to be celebrated and recognized. Her journey mirrors Barbie’s in the film – a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and success.
