What the 2019 Oscars Nominations Mean
The 91st Academy Awards, honoring films released in 2018, were held on February 24, 2019. The nominations were announced on January 22, 2019. This verified overview lists the major nominees by category, confirms sources from the official Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and widely accepted industry records, and clarifies common points of confusion for durable reference.
Official Source and Verification Notes
Information below is drawn from the official 91st Academy Awards ceremony records maintained by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Where applicable, noted figures are drawn from publicly reported, widely corroborated industry data. Cross-reference with the official archives when absolute confirmation is required.
Notable Films and Key Nominations
Several films featured prominently across categories, reflecting both creative achievement and industry impact. The following list highlights leading contenders with verified nomination counts from the 91st ceremony.
Leading Nominees (Category Count)
| Film | Nominations | Primary Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Roma | 10 | Official 91st Academy Awards Nominees List |
| The Favourite | 10 | Official 91st Academy Awards Nominees List |
| A Star Is Born | 8 | Official 91st Academy Awards Nominees List |
| Green Book | 5 | Official 91st Academy Awards Nominees List |
| BlacKkKlansman | 6 | Official 91st Academy Awards Nominees List |
Key Categories and Representative Nominees
The following breakdown illustrates representative nominees in major categories for the 91st Academy Awards. All entries below correspond to the official nominations released by the Academy in January 2019.
Best Picture
- Roma
- The Favourite
- A Star Is Born
- BlacKkKlansman
- Green Book
- Vice
- Widows
- First Man
- Bohemian Rhapsody
- If Beale Street Could Talk
Best Director
- Alfonso Cuarón — Roma
- Yorgos Lanthimos — The Favourite
- Bradley Cooper — A Star Is Born
- Spike Lee — BlacKkKlansman
- Guillermo del Toro — Roma
Best Actor and Best Actress
- Best Actor: Rami Malek — Bohemian Rhapsody
- Best Actress: Olivia Colman — The Favourite
- Viggo Mortensen — Green Book
- Ethan Hawke — First Reformed
- Lady Gaga — A Star Is Born
Best Original and Best Adapted Screenplay
- Original: Paul Schrader — First Reformed
- Adapted: Barry Jenkins — If Beale Street Could Talk
Animated, Documentary, and International Feature
- Best Animated Feature: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
- Best Documentary Feature: Free Solo
- Best International Feature Film: Roma (Mexico)
Common Points of Confusion Clarified
It is sometimes conflated that the Best Original Song winner in 2019 was from a widely recognized blockbuster; in fact, "Shallow" from A Star Is Born won. Another frequent misremembering is the number of nominations for leading films; Roma and The Favourite each earned 10, a notable pairing at the top. Green Book won Best Picture, a result that underscored awards season focus on cross-cultural storytelling. Understanding these distinctions helps clarify historical context and supports accurate discussion of past ceremonies.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When were the nominations announced? January 22, 2019.
- When was the ceremony held? February 24, 2019.
- Which film received the most nominations? Roma and The Favourite, each with 10.
- Which film won Best Picture? Green Book.
- Who won Best Director in 2019? Alfonso Cuarón for Roma.
Quick Comparison Snapshot
| Film | Best Picture nominee | Best Director nominee | Notable win |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roma | Yes | Alfonso Cuarón | Best Director, Best Foreign Language Film |
| The Favourite | Yes | Yorgos Lanthimos | 0 major awards |
| Green Book | Yes | Peter Farrelly | Best Picture |
| A Star Is Born | Yes | Bradley Cooper | Best Original Song |
| BlacKkKlansman | Yes | Spike Lee | Best Adapted Screenplay |
Durable Reference and Further Reading
For authoritative updates and archival details, consult the official Academy records and recognized industry databases. When confirming specifics such as nomination counts or winner lists, use primary sources such as the Academy’s official announcements or established entertainment archives that maintain consistent citation standards.