Academy Awards 2024: Wes Anderson is finally an Oscar winner
What's the story
Renowned director Wes Anderson has finally clinched his first Oscar after receiving eight nominations throughout his career. Anderson's live-action short film, The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, based on Roald Dahl's 1977 short story, earned him the prestigious award. The 39-minute film, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival 2023 and is available on Netflix, boasts a star-studded cast and Anderson's trademark whimsical style.
Production
Plot and cast of the film
The film stars Benedict Cumberbatch as the titular character, a wealthy and self-absorbed young Londoner who learns a mind trick from a guru that enables him to see without using his eyes. Over time, he masters this skill and uses his newfound gambling fortune to secretly fund a charitable empire. The supporting cast includes Ralph Fiennes, Dev Patel, Ben Kingsley, and Richard Ayoade.
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'The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar' is taking home the Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film! #Oscars pic.twitter.com/n1h3JiLcii
— The Academy (@TheAcademy) March 11, 2024