Emma Stone unexpectedly won the much-coveted Oscar for Best Actress in the “Poor Things” category. The victory came on a Sunday evening at the “Colors of the Flower Moon” event, when Stone prevailed in a race that was too close to call for most commentators. Stone had already won a prize for her exceptional race performance, making this her second triumph in the category.
A Heartwarming Celebration
That evening will never be forgotten as Stone welcomed her husband Dave McCary into the glamorous world of the “Colors of the Flower Moon” awards ceremony and shared hugs and kisses with co-star Mark Ruffalo and director Yorgos Lanthimos.
Backstage, she said, “I feel like I’ve been blacked out.” Indeed, I was genuinely taken aback. I still have the impression that I’m whirling.”
Taking advantage of the occasion, Stone thanked each of the previous five Best Actress winners individually for their nominations and services.
A Well-Deserved Recognition
Stone won praise for her outstanding performance in “Bela Baxter,” in which she played a woman who undergoes a brain transplant and sets out on a quest for self-discovery. The film is a distinctive addition to her career because of its striking visuals and hint of dark humor.
“It’s not about me; it’s about a team that came together to make anything that is greater than the sum of its individual parts, and making films is a big deal,” Stone said on the podium. “I’m proud to have shared this accomplishment with all of the cast and crew. Bela Baxter, thank you to Yorgos for a lifetime of blessings.”
Stone indicated that there had been an error in the group as she entered the stage by pointing to the back of her dress. The wardrobe malfunction was fixed by the time she chatted with the journalists behind the stage.
“They fixed me up backstage, which was lovely,” she said. “I genuinely believe that because of Ryan Gosling, ‘I’m Just Keen’ went unnoticed.” That figure truly astounded me, and I was in complete awe.”
A Thirteenth Triumph: A Recognition of Excellence
With this achievement, Stone became the thirteenth Best Actress winner. In 2017, she won her first award for the love musical “La La Land.” In 2015 and 2019, she has received nominations before for Best Supporting Actress.
She was nominated this year for a second time for Best Pictures for her film “Poor Things,” which regretfully lost to “Oppenheimer.” Following her dual victory in 2021 for “Nomadland,” Stone became the second woman after Frances McDormand to be nominated for both acting and Best Picture in the same picture.
The Oscar Journey: A Collaboration of Stone and Gladstone
Gladstone and Stone successfully negotiated the Oscar trade winds to win at the Golden Globes and BAFTA Film Awards, respectively. At the Screen Actors Guild Awards and Golden Globes, Gladstone won in a separate category, while Stone was honored for her exceptional performance.
Stone’s flexibility was showcased in the 2010 coming-of-age comedy “Easy A,” in which she played the lead role. The 35-year-old Scottsdale, Arizona native is an actress who has starred in a number of films, including Birdman, The Help, The Battle of the Sexes, The Favourite, and multiple Spider-Man flicks.
Carey Mulligan for “Maestro,” Sandra Holler for “Anatomy of a Fall,” and Annette Bening for “Nead” are among the other noteworthy nominees.
In Conclusion
A significant day in the history of film was made in the film industry by Emma Stone’s Oscar victory. Her voyage, which was full of unexpected turns of events, sincere congratulations, and a wardrobe malfunction, gave the evening a special appeal. As Stone keeps carving out her own path in the film business, fans are eagerly anticipating the next chapter in her extraordinary career.
