Greta Gerwig's 'Barbie': Highest-Grossing Film of 2023 Faces Oscar Category Change

İrem Uğur
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Greta Gerwig's directorial venture, 'Barbie,' emerged as the highest-earning film of 2023, making waves in the cinematic landscape. Despite making the shortlist for the Oscars, recent announcements have clarified that the film will no longer be considered 'Original' in its categorization. As the anticipation builds for the 96th Academy Awards on March 10, 2024, hosted by the renowned American talk show host Jimmy Kimmel, 'Barbie' finds itself in the spotlight, with a notable alteration in its Oscar category.

Oscar Buzz: 'Barbie' Faces Category Shift in Adapted Screenplay Recognition

Although 'Barbie' secured spots in five categories on the Oscar shortlist, the Academy's writers committee has decided to reclassify the film under the Adapted Screenplay category. Initially hailed as an 'Original Screenplay' since its inception, the script crafted by Greta Gerwig and her husband Noah Baumbach will now be evaluated as an 'Adapted Screenplay.' This unexpected change has sparked discussions as the film continues its journey through the awards season.

From Box Office Triumph to Oscar Ambitions: Can 'Barbie' Secure the Top Honor?

Earning over $1 billion worldwide in 2023, 'Barbie' made headlines as the highest-grossing film of the year. However, its transition from being celebrated as an 'Original Screenplay' to an 'Adapted Screenplay' contender at the Oscars raises questions about its chances at the prestigious awards ceremony. As the film attempts to replicate its global success on the Oscar stage, all eyes are on whether 'Barbie' can emerge victorious in its adapted category.