10 Unachieved Milestones in Oscar History
The Oscars, in its nearly century-long history, has seen numerous achievements and records. However, there are still several notable milestones that have eluded the prestigious award show. From groundbreaking films to industry pioneers, these unachieved milestones continue to captivate audiences and filmmakers alike. Let's take a look at 10 significant milestones that have yet to be accomplished at the Academy Awards.
One Movie Winning All 4 Acting Categories
While the Oscars have seen many outstanding achievements, one notable milestone that remains unaccomplished is a single film winning all four acting categories: Best Lead Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best Lead Actress, and Best Supporting Actress.
Michelle Yeoh as Evelyn Wang in a kung-fu stance in Everything Everywhere All at Once
In 2023, Everything Everywhere All at Once came incredibly close to achieving this feat, with actors winning three of the four major categories for a single film. However, the absence of a leading actor in the film prevented it from securing a nomination in the Best Lead Actor category, leaving this milestone unclaimed.
Michelle Yeoh's Evelyn with blood on her face in Everything Everywhere All At Once
Documentary Nominated For Best Picture
The Oscars have made notable progress in recognizing diverse genres, including horror and fantasy films. However, one significant subset that remains excluded is documentary films.
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While the Oscars have a separate category for feature-length documentaries, no documentary has come close to being nominated for Best Picture, highlighting an unachieved milestone in the awards' history.
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Animated Feature Winning Best Picture
The Academy Awards introduced a separate category for Best Animated Feature, acknowledging the artistic and creative achievements of animated films. Despite this recognition, an animated feature film has yet to win the coveted Best Picture award at the Oscars.
Deirdre talking in Everything Everywhere All At Once
Although animated films like Beauty and the Beast and Toy Story 3 have received nominations for Best Picture, the milestone of an animated feature winning Best Picture remains unattained.
Clarice at Buffalo Bill's house in The Silence of the Lambs
Superhero Movie Winning Best Picture
Superhero movies have garnered immense popularity and critical acclaim over the years. While some superhero films have received nominations in various categories, none have secured the Best Picture award at the Oscars.
Belle is angry with the Beast.
Despite notable nominations for films like Black Panther and Joker, the milestone of a superhero movie winning Best Picture at the Academy Awards is yet to be achieved, reflecting an unfulfilled aspiration in the film industry.
Joker still featuring Joaquin Phoenix as the titular supervillain.
Greg P. Russell Still Hasn't Won An Oscar After 17 Nominations
Greg P. Russell, with 17 Oscar nominations for Best Sound Mixing, holds the record for the most nominations without a win in the history of the Academy Awards.
Superman flies through Metropolis with a determined look on his face as he prepares to save the city
Despite his exceptional talent and contributions to films like Skyfall and Transformers, Russell is yet to claim an Oscar, leaving this significant milestone unaccomplished in his illustrious career.
The Joker shows his card in The Dark Knight
One Person Winning 5 Acting Oscars
While several actors have earned multiple Oscars for their performances, the milestone of an actor winning five Oscars for acting remains unattained.
T'Challa fighting Killmonger in Black Panther
Katharine Hepburn holds the record for the most wins with four Oscars, but no actor has achieved the feat of winning five Oscars for acting, highlighting a significant unachieved milestone in the history of the Academy Awards.
Namor in Wakanda in Black Panther Wakanda Forever
Black Best Director Winner
The Oscars have seen notable progress in recognizing diverse voices and talents in the film industry. However, there has yet to be a Black director who has won the Best Director award at the Academy Awards.
Cover of Spider-Man original soundtrack
Despite the contributions and achievements of Black directors, the milestone of a Black Best Director winner remains unaccomplished, reflecting an ongoing aspiration for diversity and representation in the film community.
A black and white photo of Eva Lovelace (Katharine Hepburn) touching her face in Morning Glory.
Female Black Director Nominated For Best Director
In the history of the Academy Awards, no Black woman has been nominated for the Best Director award, highlighting a significant unachieved milestone in the recognition of Black women's contributions to filmmaking.
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With remarkable films directed by Black women, such as Compensation and Down In The Delta, the milestone of a Female Black Director being nominated for Best Director at the Oscars continues to be an aspiration for inclusivity and representation in the industry.
compensation 1999
1 Movie Winning 12 Or More Oscars
While several films have achieved remarkable success at the Oscars, the milestone of a single movie winning 12 or more Oscars across all categories remains unattained.
The chariot race in Ben Hur 1959
Films like Ben-Hur, Titanic, and Return of the King have come close with 11 Oscar wins, but the record for the most wins by a single film is yet to be surpassed, presenting an enduring aspiration for cinematic excellence at the Academy Awards.
Ben Hur rowing in Ben Hur 1959
1 Movie Nominated For 15 Or More Oscars
In the history of the Academy Awards, no film has been nominated for 15 or more Oscars across all categories, representing an unachieved milestone in the recognition of a film's comprehensive excellence.
Leonardo DiCaprio as Jack Standing Behind Kate Winslet as Rose during Titanic's "I'm flying!" Scene
With the current record of 14 nominations shared by Ben-Hur and Titanic, the aspiration for a film to receive 15 or more Oscar nominations continues to captivate the film community, signifying an ongoing pursuit of unparalleled cinematic achievement.
Jack (Leonardo DiCaprio) drawing Rose (Kate Winslet) in Titanic
An Actor Winning Both Best Leading And Supporting Oscars In One Year
While the Oscars have witnessed remarkable performances and achievements by actors, the milestone of an actor winning both Best Leading and Supporting Oscars in a single year remains unaccomplished.
Aragorn (Viggo Mortensen) smiles after he, his friends, and his army triumph over the forces of evil in The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
Despite several actors receiving dual nominations in a single year, no one has managed to secure victories in both categories, leaving this significant milestone unclaimed in the history of the Academy Awards.
Leonardo DiCaprio smiling on the set of Titanic
