The Oscars love to celebrate record-breakers, but Adrien Brody’s 96-year history-making acceptance speech was a different story altogether. Brody won Best Actor for his role in “The Brutalist,” a film that grossed just $15 million domestically. The long-winded speech, which lasted nearly six minutes, left viewers hanging on, with many calling it insufferable.
In comparison, director Sean Baker’s four Academy Award wins, including Best Picture, were a welcome respite from Brody’s tedious monologue. Meanwhile, Paul Tazewell became the first black man to win the Oscar for Costume Design, marking a milestone in the industry.
The evening also saw Mikey Madison take home the award for Best Actress for her stunning performance in “Anora.” The 25-year-old’s win was a surprise upset, as many had expected Demi Moore to take home the prize. However, it’s clear that Madison’s performance was deserving of recognition.
It’s worth noting that the Oscars have become increasingly niche, with fewer people tuning in and watching the films. The ceremony has lost its luster, and it’s time for the industry to adapt to changing times. As one major studio bigwig reportedly said, “Anora” winning would be bad for the industry. Unfortunately, it seems they were right.
Source: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/adrien-brody-nearly-6-minute-210421804.html