When Denis Villeneuve was originally announced to be directing Dune: Part One, it was clear he was the perfect fit, and what he gave us was a film we had never seen the likes of before. The Academy took notice,

Apparently, I am going to quit acting because Denis Villeneuve didn’t get nominated. This is just how this thing works. It makes no sense to me. That’s okay. [Editor] Joe Walk

Dune: Part Two star Josh Brolin chided the Academy for not nominating director Denis Villeneuve for his acclaimed work on the blockbuster sci-fi sequel. Brolin took to his Instagram stories to point out that “it makes no sense” that Villeneuve was snubbed for best director given the film racking up five nominations — including best picture.

Josh Brolin joked about quitting acting as he criticized the Academy for snubbing "Dune: Part Two" director Denis Villeneuve. Brolin, who has starred in both "Dune" and "Dune: Part Two," had previously threatened to quit acting if Villeneuve's work in the sequel were not recognized.

In truth, it’s a welcome surprise to see Coralie Fargeat receiving a nod, considering horror is so often grouped alongside sci-fi in the 'not really very serious films' category (the fact The Substance is the only 'horror' anywhere in sight is proof of that in itself), but outside of the French auteur, the rest of the list is rather predictable.

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