Deadpool & Wolverine Sets Awards Campaign to Get Hugh Jackman Best Supporting Actor and More

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As a seasoned movie buff who’s witnessed the rise and fall of countless cinematic juggernauts, I can confidently say that the recent box office triumph of Deadpool & Wolverine has left me utterly spellbound. The film’s audacious blend of humor, action, and fourth-wall-breaking antics has catapulted it to new heights, surpassing even the mighty Avengers in domestic earnings.

The combined film featuring Deadpool and Wolverine has raked in an impressive $1.31 billion at global box offices, surpassing all other R-rated movies to claim the title of highest-grossing ever. It also recently outpaced The Avengers to rank fifth among Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) films in domestic earnings. With award season upon us, this movie is aiming to conquer that arena as well. Being the sole MCU release in 2024, it managed to shift the general public’s perspective of the franchise following a challenging 2023 for many viewers.

Transitioning from Deadpool’s “Bye Bye Bye” dance to Channing Tatum as Gambit delivering the iconic line, “Wooimbouttamakeanameformyselfere,” in Deadpool & Wolverine has made this year’s most buzzed-about movie. Disney is optimistic that this popularity could generate some Oscar chatter.

As a devoted fan, I’m thrilled to share that, following reports from Variety, Disney is gearing up for an awards campaign featuring the much-anticipated film, “Deadpool & Wolverine.” The movie will be submitted in the comedy categories at the Golden Globes, with Ryan Reynolds contending for Best Actor and Hugh Jackman vying for Best Supporting Actor. Additionally, Disney plans to push Jackman’s nomination in the Supporting Actor category across several platforms such as the Screen Actors Guild Awards, Critics’ Choice, and The Academy Awards.

Deadpool & Wolverine’s Award Chances

It’s plausible to anticipate that the movies “Deadpool” and “Wolverine” might receive a nomination for Best Picture at the Golden Globes, but securing the win could be challenging due to stiff competition from well-known films such as Jason Reitman’s “Saturday Night,” “Y2K,” and potentially Richard Linklater’s “Hit Man.” Since comedies and musicals are combined in their categories, “Deadpool” and “Wolverine” might find themselves up against productions like “Wicked” or “Joker: Folie à Deux.” It is worth noting that the first “Deadpool” lost the Golden Globe to “La La Land,” a testament to the controversy surrounding the grouping of musicals and comedies in one category, which is just one of many issues that have sparked debates about this award show.

Typically, film studios launch “For Your Consideration” campaigns for their feature films, aiming to secure a nomination in any category at award shows like the Academy Awards. However, considering the mixed but generally positive critical reception of Deadpool and Wolverine, it’s not very likely they’ll receive a Best Picture nomination. In fact, Black Panther is currently the only Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film to have been nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards. Additionally, the MCU films are the only ones in this universe to have earned nominations in non-technical categories, with Angela Bassett’s Best Supporting Actress nomination for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever making her the first actor from an MCU film to be nominated for an Oscar.

Enthusiasts are hoping that Hugh Jackman’s portrayal of Wolverine might eventually earn him some well-deserved accolades, potentially culminating in a career triumph. However, the Supporting Actor category is becoming increasingly competitive, with Mike Faist and Josh O’Connor being considered for their roles in Challengers. Additionally, Dennis Quaid is receiving notice for his work in The Substance, and early buzz surrounding A Real Pain suggests Kieran Culkin as a potential breakout star.

beginning October 1, Deadpool & Wolverine becomes available for digital purchase, while the 4K Blu-ray and DVD versions will be released on October 22.

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2024-09-26 01:35