The 96th Academy Awards have come and gone, and “Oppenheimer” got here out on prime, successful finest image and incomes Christopher Nolan his first-ever Oscar, for steering. The movie additionally had a powerful exhibiting within the appearing classes, with Cillian Murphy successful lead actor and Robert Downey Jr. supporting actor. “Oppenheimer” received seven awards general.There was rather more to have fun, together with Da’Vine Pleasure Randolph’s win for supporting actress in “The Holdovers,” and Emma Stone’s win for lead actress in “Poor Issues.” A rapturous efficiency of “I’m Simply Ken” by Ryan Gosling, which featured an look from Slash from Weapons N’ Roses, got here simply earlier than Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas O’Connell received for his or her competing “Barbie” music “What Was I Made For?” The L.A. Occasions additionally received its first Oscar for the quick documentary “The Final Restore Store,” about 4 unsung grasp craftspeople who service musical devices for Los Angeles Unified College District college students. The ceremony was hosted by Jimmy Kimmel; nonetheless, the beginning was briefly delayed as protesters convened on Hollywood to name for a cease-fire in Gaza.Occasions columnists Mary McNamara and Glenn Whipp watched the present dwell, discussing all the most fun moments of the ceremony, together with workers author Tracy Brown, who was contained in the Dolby Theatre and supplied updates in actual time. Learn all their updates right here.Winners checklist | Purple carpet images | Evaluation: An upbeat Oscars | Artists name for ceasefire with crimson buttons|Ceremony delayed by protests Ryan Gosling performs ‘I’m Simply Ken’ | Da’Vine Pleasure Randolph’s acceptance speech | Jimmy Kimmel’s monologue | L.A. Occasions wins its first Oscar | Emma Stone wins finest actress| Billie Eilish makes Oscars historical past | How Oscars addressed wars | ‘Barbie’s’ awards season hopes largely fizzled | John Cena’s large reveal7:44 p.m. I scored 20 out of 23 appropriate on my predictions. Nonetheless enthusiastic about one of many classes I missed — lead actress. And I’m remembering what Da’Vine Pleasure Randolph mentioned earlier within the night when she received, expressing hope that she’d be again sometime. I imagine Lily Gladstone will return to the Oscars sometime too and, hopefully, she’ll be holding a trophy when the ceremony ends. — G.W.7:41 p.m. There could also be some indignant responses to Stone successful over Gladstone — although when it comes to display time and narrative place, Stone was a way more conventional lead than Gladstone was — however there was not a slap in sight. Perhaps I’ll see you guys, and Giamatti, at In-N-Out. Now I’ve acquired to cease as a result of “Abbott Elementary” is on. — M.M.7:40 p.m. Contained in the Dolby, I acquired the sense that individuals didn’t know methods to instantly course of Emma Stone successful, despite the fact that, as Glenn has talked about, that race was neck and neck. The best way Al Pacino introduced the ultimate award didn’t assist. A variety of of us in my row began speeding out even earlier than Kimmel was carried out along with his remarks. Although, to be honest, I used to be seated fairly near what appeared just like the “Oppenheimer” and “Poor Issues” squads so perhaps they have been off to have fun. As for me, I’m relieved there wasn’t a foul form of shock at my first Oscars as a result of which means I get to name it an evening. — T.B.7:31 p.m. “Subdued” is one strategy to put it, Mary. Anticlimactic can be one other and never simply because we knew it was coming. C’mon, Al. His vitality just about was like, “Yeah, no matter … ‘Oppenheimer.’” Not precisely one of the best ways to finish the night. However on the entire, a reasonably terrific present. — G.W.7:30 p.m. Al Pacino delivers a subdued announcement of “Oppenheimer’s” finest image win, which is becoming in a quite miserable manner. Successful any Oscar, notably finest image, is a really large deal and the worst a part of awards seasons is, inevitably, the fatigue brought on by all these predictions (sorry, Glenn) and former award reveals. “Oppenheimer” is a wildly formidable, thematically important and exquisitely crafted movie that helped increase the movie business when it wanted it most. All these concerned, and all those that watched it, needs to be thrilled. And so ought to Kimmel, who oversaw a surprisingly fleet and entertaining Oscars telecast, with simply the correct quantity of schmaltz, all the way down to the ultimate picture of Messi peeing on Kimmel nemesis Matt Damon’s Hollywood Boulevard star. — M.M.7:24 p.m. I began feeling an Emma Stone win might be attainable when “Poor Issues” received for manufacturing design, costumes and make-up and hair. However I did predict Lily Gladstone would take this. I can’t begrudge Stone her win for her go-for-broke efficiency in “Poor Issues.” It’s appearing for the ages. And but … I cherished Gladstone’s quiet energy in “Killers of the Flower Moon” too. An Oscar for her would have meant a lot to so many individuals. — G.W. Emma Stone accepting the Oscar for lead actress. (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Occasions) 7:24 p.m. Effectively, Glenn, you known as it. Regardless of a lot anticipation for “Killers of the Flower Moon’s” Lily Gladstone changing into the primary Native American to win an Oscar, a wildly emotional Emma Stone wins finest actress for “Poor Issues.” Not an upset by any means, nevertheless it was the one race wherein the winner was in query. “Guys, be sure you tear up that envelope so there’s no confusion about Finest Image,” Kimmel says as she leaves, referring to the “La La Land” and ”Moonlight” fiasco. — M.M.7:15 p.m. “Oppenheimer’s” Christopher Nolan and Emma Thomas are simply one of many producer {couples} nominated for finest image; “Barbie’s” Margot Robbie and Tom Ackerley are the opposite. Perhaps that’s why the telecast appears a lot extra private than in different years. Or not. However … trivia! — M.M. Christopher Nolan received his first-ever Oscar for steering “Oppenheimer.” (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Occasions) 7:07 p.m. I really like how Nolan stored glancing down on the Oscar as if he can’t actually fathom that he’s holding it. Beautiful speech. — G.W.7:06 p.m. Martin Scorsese, at 81, is the oldest director to be nominated for an Oscar — for “Killers of the Flower Moon” — however, after all, Christopher Nolan received for “Oppenheimer.” Perhaps subsequent yr, or the yr after, Marty. — M.M. Cillian Murphy successful the lead actor Oscar. (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Occasions) 7:04 p.m. “I’m a really proud Irishman tonight.” I’m going to have to begin that St. Patrick’s Day celebration a bit early and toast Cillian Murphy — as quickly because the present ends! — G.W.7:04 p.m. The largest downside with “Oppenheimer” was that it compelled Cillian Murphy to lose his Irish accent, which is the most effective accent on the earth. In any other case, all of us knew he would win finest actor, and he did. Erin go bragh. — M.M. 7 p.m. I’m questioning what occurred to Bradley Cooper’s tie! — G.W.7 p.m. Throughout finest actor intros, Nicholas Cage describes how Paul Giamatti acquired the lazy eye his character had in “The Holdovers” — he wore contact lenses that left him blind in that eye whereas filming. “Would I’ve carried out that,” Cage mentioned. “Hell sure, however he did.” I truly questioned about this through the movie, so thanks Nicholas Cage! — M.M.6:57 p.m. 4 Oscars left — actor, director, actress, image! — G.W.6:54 p.m. Creeping up on the three-hour mark, the In Memoriam phase begins (with, I remorse to reveal, interpretive dancers). I really feel just like the present is certainly going to run lengthy (Kimmel did promise time beyond regulation). However glad they’re not speeding this — Hollywood has misplaced a light-weight of vivid lights this yr. — M.M.6:50 p.m. Undecided if the cameras caught this, however proper after Billie and Finneas completed their acceptance speeches, they turned again in the direction of the presenters Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Billie made eye contact with each and broke out into a bit excited dance after which the three embraced earlier than strolling off stage. — T.B.6:49 p.m. Billie Eilish attempting to make herself one way or the other invisible whereas heading offstage earlier than that industrial break was endearing, as was her unguarded speech. — G.W. Finneas O’Connell, left, with Billie Eilish accepting the Oscar for finest music. (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Occasions) 6:48 p.m. Ludwig Göransson wins for “Oppenheimer’s” unique rating, and lands within the unlucky slot between the “I’m Simply Ken” efficiency and Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell’s finest music win for “Barbie’s” “What Was I Made For.” Eilish thanks her buddy Zoe “for taking part in Barbies with me” and her dance and choir academics, even the one who “didn’t like me.” The well-known siblings grow to be the youngest two-time Oscar winners in historical past, and right here is the place I remind everybody that the pair’s breakout hit “Ocean Eyes” was written for a efficiency at Revolution Dance, my native dance studio. First L.A. Occasions Studio then La Crescenta! — M.M.6:39 p.m. Ryan Gosling and his military of Kens acquired EVERYONE on their toes. In the event that they weren’t bopping alongside or waving their cellphone flashlights, they have been recording the entire efficiency on their telephones. An audible gasp when Slash got here out. Your complete vitality of the auditorium modified. — T.B. Ryan Gosling and Slash surrounded by Kens on stage through the efficiency of “Barbie’s” “I’m Simply Ken.” (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Occasions) 6:38 p.m. Turning “I’m Simply Ken” right into a Busby Berkeley manufacturing with 65 dancers plus a Slash guitar solo? And fireworks? And one other wild Kate McKinnon response shot? That’s going to go down as one of many nice performances in Oscar historical past in a present that has, general, been fairly rattling nice. Terrific winners, memorable speeches. — G.W.6:37 p.m. Ryan Gosling has restored my religion in Oscar dance numbers. Truly “restore” isn’t the proper phrase as a result of I’ve at all times hated them. However this? Is there one other actor who would have had this a lot enjoyable with this a lot extravaganza after shedding the Oscar? I really feel like I’m going to have to begin re-watching “Barbie” and each Gosling film ever as an alternative of ending this rattling weblog. The “stab within the coronary heart with a champagne glass”? The massive carry in a sea of Barbie faces? Can this please occur yearly? Nobody else — I’m undoubtedly not advocating for extra dance numbers. Simply “I’m Simply Ken.” Yearly. — M.M.6:27 p.m. Cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema makes a pitch for celluloid when he wins for “Oppenheimer,” which continues its march to finest image. The telecast so far has been all that it needs to be — at instances humorous, electrical, shifting and glitch-free. However when it comes to awards, it appears to be unfolding as predicted. Glenn, you’ve instructed that Emma Stone might beat Lily Gladstone, which would definitely create quite a lot of backlash and controversy. Do you see every other potential surprises at this level, past Wes Anderson not exhibiting up? — M.M.6:22 p.m. Wait, Wes Anderson didn’t present as much as acquire his first-ever Oscar? He does hate giving speeches. I gave him an award as soon as at a Los Angeles Movie Critics dinner and he wouldn’t contact his meals as a result of he was so nervous. Anyway, I’m thrilled considered one of our best filmmakers lastly has an Oscar. — G.W.6:12 p.m. Nice win for “20 Days in Mariupol,” Mstyslav Chernov’s searing account of the early days of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the atrocities dedicated through the siege of the titular industrial port metropolis. It’s the primary Oscar in Ukrainian historical past and needs to be required viewing for each particular person holding workplace in Washington. “Cinema types reminiscence and recollections type historical past,” Chernov mentioned, accepting the award. — G.W. Porche Brinker, left, Ben Proudfoot and Kris Bowers accepting the award for documentary quick for “The Final Restore Store.” (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Occasions) 6:10 p.m. Um, did the L.A. Occasions simply win an Oscar? “The Final Restore Store,” the story of a bunch of native craftsmen who restore and preserve scholar’s musical devices, was co-produced by L.A. Occasions Studios and it simply received the documentary quick class. Not solely that, however Kate McKinnon and America Ferrera have been the presenters. Wow! — M.M. 6:08 p.m. I’m sorry, I acquired distracted by L.A. Occasions Studios successful an Oscar. The stage appears to be like nice from the viewers — I’m up within the mezzanine so it’s a little bit of a special angle than you get on TV. The lighting type of phases into crimson at instances nevertheless it’s usually a goldish hue. Throughout breaks it’s typically a bit inexperienced. — T.B.6:06 p.m. Kimmel is a mensch! Hey Tracy, are you able to clarify to us the lighting state of affairs within the seats? As a result of on display, there appear to be glints of crimson when the cameras pull again. Manufacturing designers Alana Billingsley and Misty Buckley have carried out a tremendous job with the set — how does it look from the IRL viewers? — M.M.6 p.m. As we pause to soak up this efficiency by Jon Batiste, I’d prefer to share that I lastly busted open the snack field Jimmy Kimmel left below everybody’s seat. The Oscars are too lengthy to go with none snacks. — T.B.5:55 p.m. Whichever nominated movies stroll away empty-handed will now have to simply accept the truth that they received fewer Oscars than “Godzilla.” Although it’s robust to think about a bunch of filmmakers expressing extra pleasure, or carrying extra merch, than the “Godzilla” crew. — M.M.5:53 p.m. A “Godzilla” film had by no means been nominated for an Oscar. Now a “Godzilla” film has received an Oscar! — G.W. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito on the Oscars stage. (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Occasions) 5:53 p.m. The “Twins” reunion we didn’t know we wanted. — G.W.5:48 p.m. Batman jokes! I relaxation my case. — T.B.5:48 p.m. There may be undoubtedly a temper of comedic rivalry and deep camaraderie on this yr’s Oscars — Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito rib Michael Keaton for killing each of them in his “Batman” motion pictures. Earlier than giving the visible results award to “Godzilla.” Sure, “Godzilla” has received an Oscar. — M.M.5:48 p.m. Downey thanks his horrible childhood and the academy “in that order” and continues the sample of recognizing individuals who not often get thanked by giving a shoutout to his stylist and “my leisure lawyer of 40 years, half of which he spent attempting to get me insurance coverage and get me out of the hoosegow. Thanks, bro.” As somebody who remembers his post-prison-sentence return in “Gothika” (the place he met his spouse, Susan), he has certainly come a great distance. — M.M. Robert Downey Jr. successful the supporting actor award for “Oppenheimer” through the 96th Annual Academy Awards. (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Occasions) 5:44 p.m. Iron Man getting handed his Oscar by O.B. In a race that additionally included the Hulk. Who says we’re over superheroes? — T.B.5:43 p.m. Effectively, we all know who Tim Robbins voted for! — G.W.5:43 p.m. As previous winners honor supporting actor nominees, Tim Robbins slips and refers to Robert De Niro’s “Oscar-winning, er, Oscar-worthy” efficiency however the Oscar goes to (say it with me all you Oscar pundits) Robert Downey Jr. for “Oppenheimer.” — M.M.5:36 p.m. We’re an hour and a half into the ceremony. “If this was an AMC theater, the film can be beginning proper now,” says Kimmel. Unhappy however true. — G.W.5:36 p.m. Liked Emily Blunt and Ryan Gosling taking the “Barbenheimer” rivalry to full Oscars smackdown. “You realize when it’s ‘Barbenheimer’?” Gosling requested. “Since you’ve been driving our coattails.” “Thanks for Ken-splaining,” Blunt replied, including: “Robert Downey Jr. didn’t have to color on abs to be nominated for an Oscar.” Between that and Kimmel’s a number of Downey jokes within the intro, RDJ appears to be Oscars’ new Jack Nicholson.” — M.M.5:32 p.m. Good to present the stunt group a shoutout. Now how about their very own Oscar, just like the not too long ago added casting class? — G.W.5:32 p.m. As predicted, “Zone of Curiosity” wins the Oscar for worldwide movie. Accepting the award, author and director Jonathan Glazer references each the October assault on Israel and Israel’s retaliation in an effort to remind us that the inhumanity that fueled the Holocaust nonetheless endangers all of it. It’s the primary point out of the warfare in Gaza and it’s meticulously worded. — M.M. Osage Singers and Dancers performing “Wahzhazhe (A Music for My Folks)” on the 96th Annual Academy Award. (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Occasions) 5:27 p.m. Then once more, watching the viewers’s response to the stirring efficiency of “Wahzhazhe (A Music for My Folks)” from “Killers of the Flower Moon,” I stay assured in my Lily Gladstone decide for lead actress. — G.W.5:20 p.m. Liked that bit, which wasn’t rehearsed yesterday as a result of they have been afraid the academy was going to nix it. Costumes are essential, haha. These have been good wins for “Poor Issues” as manufacturing design and costumes might effectively have gone to “Barbie.” I don’t suppose it signifies that “Poor Issues” will pull off a finest image upset. However Emma Stone successful lead actress? Perhaps? — G.W.5:20 p.m. Placing apart the (very welcome) sight of an nearly completely nude John Cena doing a “do not forget that Oscar streaker” bit with Kimmel earlier than delivering the costume design Oscar — effectively, I truly can’t put it apart — however the end result was “Poor Issues’” Holly Waddington received. What do you suppose this implies for the way forward for “Poor Issues” when it comes to finest image, Glenn? Or, maybe, the statue itself? I imply, seeing Cena, I needed to surprise if it was time for an Oscar makeover. — M.M.5:12 p.m. I did. And there goes “Maestro’s” solely hope for an Oscar tonight. I assumed it would win make-up. “Poor Issues” was a particular favourite and deserved winner for manufacturing design. — G.W.5:11 p.m. “Poor Issues” picks up two, with Nadia Stacey, Mark Coulier and Josh Weston successful for make-up and hair styling, and James Value and Shona Heath successful for manufacturing design. Did you will have picks in these classes, Glenn? — M.M. Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell carried out “What Was I Made For?” on the 96th Annual Academy Awards. (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Occasions) 5:06 p.m. Billie and Finneas began their efficiency with their backs in the direction of the viewers, and for a quick second I questioned if that was the one angle we have been going to see. Undecided what they confirmed on TV, however they acquired a standing ovation. — T.B.5:05 p.m. Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell’s efficiency of “What Was I Made For?” actually performed in that room. The response pictures Kate McKinnon (a.ok.a. Bizarre Barbie) being profoundly moved makes me hope that the digicam will discover her once more when the music wins the Oscar in a while tonight. — G.W. Wire Jefferson provides his acceptance speech after successful the Oscar for tailored screenplay. (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Occasions) 5:04 p.m. Wire Jefferson, author and director of “American Fiction,” wins tailored screenplay. The movie additionally marks the primary time two Black actors are nominated in lead — Jeffrey Wright — and supporting — Sterling Ok. Brown — roles for a similar movie. — M.M.4:52 p.m. No response shot from the canine? — G.W.4:52 p.m. There are coupled nominees in each screenplay classes — “Anatomy of a Fall’s” Justine Triet and Arthur Harari for unique; “Barbie’s” Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach for tailored screenplay. “Anatomy of a Fall” wins for unique. Everybody take this second to present your partner/associate an accusatory side-eye, “We’d completely be on the Oscars if solely you had instructed we write a screenplay.” — M.M. Justine Triet and Arthur Harari accepting the award for unique screenplay. (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Occasions) 4:48 p.m. Effectively, that animated characteristic Oscar going to “The Boy and the Heron” was a little bit of a shock. I assumed “Spider-Man: Throughout the Spider-Verse” would win just because it was so extensively seen. Nevertheless it was additionally the center chapter in a trilogy, and I feel some voters weren’t inclined to reward it after they’d have one other likelihood to acknowledge the collection when the ultimate movie rolls round. Plus, there was a Hayao Miyazaki film among the many nominees — perhaps his final. — G.W.4:45 p.m. I’m apparently sitting proper by the animated options crews. I’d observed the “Nimona” of us in entrance of me earlier. The loudest applause close to my part was for “Robotic Goals,” and when “The Boy and the Heron” received, a small group jumped up in celebration. — T.B.4:44 p.m. “Struggle is Over,” impressed by the music of John Lennon and Yoko Ono, wins for animated quick movie. Nominees didn’t get intros from previous winners, however the really stunning stage is constructed in a manner that made clips from previous winners and nominees vivid, if transient. Sean Lennon used the U.Ok.’s Mom’s Day to ship finest needs to his 91-year-old mom Yoko Ono. — M.M.4:36 p.m. Now I do know proper earlier than the industrial break ends you get a mysterious voice warning you, “Again in 30 seconds, verify what’s in your enamel!” — T.B. Da’Vine Pleasure Randolph accepting the award for supporting actress for her efficiency in “The Holdovers.” (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Occasions) 4:34 p.m. Boy, after that stunning speech, I actually hope that Randolph will get to do that greater than as soon as too. (Love the response shot of Paul Giamatti in tears.) — G.W.4:33 p.m. “I’ve to do a particular shoutout to my publicist, and I do know you all say don’t speak about publicists however you don’t have a publicist like I do.” Randolph stands up for one more group that suffered through the strikes. — M.M.4:31 p.m. Oh no, I’m already crying! — T.B.4:29 p.m. That is, I feel, the 58th award Da’Vine Pleasure Randolph received for “The Holdovers.” Her efficiency because the grieving mom within the film was that good. — G.W.4:28 p.m. Am completely loving the private relationships being honored in every of those detailed introductions, beginning with Jamie Lee Curtis calling Jodie Foster her “bestie,” however I’m already very, very fearful about how lengthy this present goes to be. Thus far it’s price it.And the winner is Da’Vine Pleasure Randolph. Extra proof that “predictable” will be wonderful. — M.M.4:25 p.m. They did this 15 years in the past, having a previous winner introduce every appearing nominee. It’s kinda superior and, I feel, significant for the nominees. Having Rita Moreno introduce America Ferrera … that’s a golden second. — G.W.4:23 p.m. “Union sturdy!” — G.W.4:23 p.m. Oh, I don’t know. I’m a fan of the usual jokey intro that mentions a ton of the nominees and isn’t afraid to be a bit tacky, whilst throwing just a few zingers — a reference to the strikes included, “No, not the administrators, you guys caved instantly.” Additionally appreciated the standing-ovation shoutout to all of the below-the-line of us who suffered through the strikes. “I’m going to verify this present goes actually lengthy tonight so that you get a ton of time beyond regulation.” — M.M.4:21 p.m. Between that Yorgos Lanthimos pun and the road directed to the “Anatomy of a Fall” canine — “I haven’t seen a French actor eat vomit like that since Gérard Depardieu” — this Kimmel monologue is a bit tough. — G.W. Messi the Canine contained in the Dolby Theatre. (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Occasions) 4:19 p.m. Messi the Canine is within the constructing! “Anatomy of a Fall” higher win one thing — nobody can bear his sad-dog face. “Once I watched ‘Killers of the Flower Moon,’ I had my mail forwarded to the theater” — finest joke on the size of the nominated motion pictures, which averaged 138 minutes. — M.M.4:14 p.m. Kimmel shouts out the absence of Greta Gerwig from the director class — “You’re all clapping and also you’re those who didn’t vote for her.” Daring. —M.M.4:13 p.m. “We’re already 5 minutes over … and I’m not joking.” Kimmel acknowledging the late begin. — G.W. Jimmy Kimmel throughout his opening monologue. (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Occasions) 4:12 p.m. Jimmy Kimmel simply proves my level by admitting he hasn’t eaten in three weeks throughout a really intelligent bit wherein he reveals up within the well-known “you’re stunning” “Barbie” bus cease scene. I really feel vindicated. — M.M.4:11 p.m. Effectively, one shock is that it’s simply now beginning — a couple of minutes late, as protesters delayed individuals attending to the Dolby. Exterior of that … hmmm … Emma Stone perhaps successful lead actress over Lily Gladstone? — G.W.3:59 p.m. Howdy from contained in the Dolby Theatre! The mysterious voice from above is telling everybody to get to their seat ASAP. That is my first time at any awards present, and as anticipated, I acquired misplaced on the best way right here, drove by two teams of protesters demanding a cease-fire at Gaza, and was mistaken for workers and as an uninvited visitor. I noticed quite a few well-known faces alongside the best way together with “Previous Lives” director Celine Music, “Barbie’s” Simu Liu and previous winner Brendan Fraser. — Tracy Brown3:59 p.m. Trivia fact-check! Thanks Glenn. As you possibly can think about, that’s considered one of my favourite scenes in any film ever. I kinda hoped there can be a Christmas scene in “Barbie” as a result of Vacation Barbie is at all times wonderful. As we transfer nearer to the precise present, do you suppose there shall be any precise surprises, except for me not realizing my Oscar trivia? — M.M.3:54 p.m. Mary … you need the moon? Simply say the phrase and I’ll throw a lasso round it and pull it down. I’ll provide the moon, Mary. OK … perhaps not the moon … however the title of one other Christmas film nominated for finest image … “It’s a Fantastic Life.” — G.W.3:50 p.m. A bit extra trivia: Giamatti is nominated for his function in “The Holdovers,” which I imagine is the primary Christmas movie ever to get a finest image nomination. — M.M.3:49 p.m. Paul Giamatti doubling down on his double-double makes me pleased. He says he’s not getting out of the automotive this time, so search for his automotive pulling into the drive-through off Sundown Boulevard in a while tonight. — G.W. Clara Wong, left, and Paul Giamatti, heart, on the crimson carpet. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Occasions) 3:48 p.m. Paul Giamatti says he’ll be heading to In-N-Out after the Oscars simply as he did after the Golden Globes, which resulted in a viral second. However does he know that one of the best ways to eat the fries is to dip them first right into a vanilla milkshake? Perhaps not. (Warning: Doesn’t work with animal-style). And now I’m hungry, which is simply becoming — even with Ozempic, the Oscars are a celebration of fasting in Hollywood, to not point out a really lengthy present with only a few accessible snacks. Not less than for these of us at house, there shall be industrial breaks, which have been undoubtedly missing in Netflix’s first-ever streamed SAG awards. — M.M.3:39 p.m. Even with this being his fourth time internet hosting, seeing Kimmel in a tux remains to be a bit surreal for me — and I do know for him. To me, he’s nonetheless “Jimmy the Sports activities Man” on KROQ’s Kevin and Bean morning radio present. What the hell is he doing up on this stage being all fancy? — G.W.3:37 p.m. The additional earliness of all of it makes me consider Maggie Smith’s line in 1978’s “California Suite”: “Why have they got this stuff so early? I imply, no lady can look good at 5 o’clock within the afternoon. Besides, presumably Tatum O’Neal.” (For the youthful amongst us, O’Neal was a youngster on the time.) However everybody appears to be like nice on the crimson carpet. Together with Jodie Foster, who was additionally a teen actor in 1978 and now could be nominated for “Nyad,” wherein she performs her first queer character. The truth is, this yr is the primary time two queer actors are nominated for overtly homosexual characters — Foster and Colman Domingo in “Rustin,” which is form of astonishing.And in case you’re questioning, I’ve stocked up on trivia for this present, which I worry shall be if not boring — I’m undoubtedly trying ahead to the “I’m Simply Ken” quantity in addition to the potential for Gladstone’s well-deserved win — then much more predictable than traditional. (I assume Christopher Nolan has been busy clearing shelf area.) Not that, after the yr of the Slap, I don’t worth a bit little bit of predictability. And Jimmy Kimmel is again as host and he’s at all times good, even when there’s a finest image announcement disaster. Sure certainly, predictability isn’t at all times a foul factor in any respect. — Mary McNamara3:23 p.m. Good afternoon, Mary! It feels odd for the ceremony to be beginning with the solar nonetheless so excessive within the sky. The Oscars are too late within the calendar, however the ceremony this yr is just too early within the day. I sound like Goldilocks. What’s going to be my “good” second tonight? Ryan Gosling decked out in a vivid pink go well with singing “I’m Simply Ken” in what composer Mark Ronson guarantees shall be an “absolute bananas spectacle”? Lily Gladstone changing into the primary Native American lady to win the lead actress Oscar? Christopher Nolan smiling (?) when “Oppenheimer” wins finest image? I’d give $100 to listen to this oh-so-proper Englishman exult and declare himself “King of the World” when that occurs. However I’m not holding my breath. What are you trying ahead to seeing tonight? — Glenn Whipp3 p.m. In the event you’re questioning how so most of the stars you’ll see on right this moment’s telecast are managing to not topple over of their sky-high stilettos, worry not — they’ve had observe.A few of them, anyway. Twenty-four hours earlier than the Oscars, dozens of celebrities arrived on the Dolby Theatre to rehearse their musical numbers and observe handing out gold statuettes. The Academy Awards is the one award ceremony that truly requires presenters to attend a run-through previous to the dwell present. A few of them use the chance to run via their wardrobe decisions as effectively, together with Kate McKinnon and America Ferrera, who had on strappy heels that have been far fancier than the remainder of their informal apparel. Presumably, the “Barbie” co-stars needed to test-drive their sneakers to verify they have been dependable — even when that meant being uncomfortable at 9 a.m. on a Saturday.Not everybody went that route, together with Zendaya, who opted for loafers, and Steven Spielberg, who had on sneakers. The latter instantly walked to the entrance of the stage, whipped out his cellphone and took {a photograph} of the viewers, the place seat placards with headshots famous who would sit the place within the crowd.If the director shared that picture with anybody, he handed on extra non-public info than I’m in a position to reveal right here. Press who witnessed roughly one hour of rehearsal on Saturday have been forbidden from revealing, effectively, mainly all the pieces: The seating plans, who’s presenting what classes, what the script entails, how the stage appears to be like. Throughout his observe spherical, Spielberg had a humorous bit the place he named a deceased Hollywood luminary because the faux winner. However even naming who that particular person was would give away an excessive amount of in regards to the class he’s related to.For the file, Spielberg was scolded for not sticking to the script — presenters are alleged to open an envelope and browse the identify of a possible actual winner, noting it’s “for rehearsal solely.” When he went his personal manner, a stagehand gently requested he use an precise nominee’s identify as an alternative. “No,” the filmmaker replied, “that’s unhealthy luck.” —Amy Kaufman