Ryan Gosling expressed his gratitude for the matg, but joins the chorus of voices questioning the absence of Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig at the awards. Both were ignored in the Best Actress and Best Director categories, respectively. Gosling, nominated for Best Supporting Actor in “Barbie,” one of the film’s eight nominations, including Best Picture, shared his take on the nominations with CNN.
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“It’s a great honor to be recognized by my peers alongside talented artists in a year full of notable films. I would never have imagined saying this, but I’m also proud and honored to be nominated, specifically for my portrayal of a plastic doll named Ken,” said Gosling. However, he expressed disappointment at the absence of Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig in the Best Actress and Best Director categories.
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“But there is no Ken without Barbie – and there is no Barbie film without Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie, the two people who are truly responsible for this historic film that is a worldwide success. No recognition would be possible for anyone in this film without the talent , courage and genius of both.” “To say I’m disappointed they weren’t nominated in their respective categories would be an understatement,” Gosling continues.
“Against all odds, with nothing more than a pair of soulless, and, thankfully, crotchless dolls, they made us laugh, broke our hearts, drove our culture forward, and made history. Their work should be recognized along with the other nominees, who are also worthy”, he adds. “That said, I’m happy for America Ferrera and the other incredible artists who contributed their talents to make such a groundbreaking film.” America Ferrera was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for “Barbie.” The production competes in the categories of Best Film, Costume Design, Adapted Screenplay, Music (“I’m Just Ken”, by Ryan Gosling, and “What Was I Made For?”, by Billie Eilish) and Production Design, apart from Best Supporting Actress and Best Supporting Actor.