The Oscar-winning films each year are a must-see. There's always a reason for winning, and that gives us a reason to watch. Undoubtedly, the biggest winner of the 81st Academy Awards was Slumdog Millionaire, directed by British director Danny Boyle. It swept eight Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Cinematography, and Best Editing, outshining other nominees like The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and The Reader, becoming the biggest winner of the night. This film, set against the backdrop of India's slums, showcases unique charm through its intricate plot, distinctive storytelling, and lens language rich with exotic风情.
Slumdog Millionaire was directed by British director Danny Boyle, known for works like Trainspotting and 28 Days Later. He is adept at exploring the spiritual world of the younger generation through his lens. This time, he focused his lens on Indian society. His latest work in 2008, Slumdog Millionaire, tells the story of Jamal, a young man from the slums of India, his eventful youth, and his unwavering pursuit of love. Despite having no big-name stars, this film emerged as a dark horse, sweeping numerous international film awards upon its release, earning more than 60 international accolades.
At the 66th Golden Globes, often seen as a precursor to the Oscars, Slumdog Millionaire won three major awards: Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Screenplay, increasing its chances for success at the Oscars. Last night, under the dazzling lights of the Oscar stage, Slumdog Millionaire took home eight golden statuettes for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Editing, Best Original Score, Best Sound Mixing, and Best Original Song. As the film's name echoed frequently throughout the ceremony, Danny Boyle and the rest of the creative team became the most globally watched stars of the night.
The Oscar-winning films each year are a must-watch. There's always a reason for winning, and that gives us a reason to watch.