“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” unexpectedly missed out on the Best Animated Feature Oscar at the 96th Academy Awards, and Miles Morales had said something… weird.
Key Takeaways
- Shameik Moore wasn’t happy his movie didn’t win the Oscar, calling it a “robbery” online.
- “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” made a big splash, earning $690 million and lots of praise.
- The Oscar miss sparked debates on valuing box office hits versus awarding artistic merit.
Shameik Moore, who voices the protagonist Miles Morales in the Spider-Verse saga, expressed his disappointment on social media, simply saying “robbed.
Despite his ‘sore loser’ attitude, Moore respected the winners and hinted to fans about the upcoming conclusion to the Spider-Verse trilogy, “Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse.
Despite this setback, “Across the Spider-Verse” has been a huge success, making $690 million globally, proof of its broad appeal and innovative storytelling.
2023’s nomination list for the Animated Feature Film category was amazing, featuring titles like “Elemental,” “Nimona,” “Robot Dreams,” and “Across the Spider-Verse.” Miyazaki’s “The Boy and the Heron” won. This win boosts his reputation, renowned for his work with Studio Ghibli and his win for “Spirited Away.”
Christopher Miller, the film’s producer, gracefully accepted the result, commending his team’s creation of a new way of storytelling and acknowledging the tough competition from Miyazaki, a legend in animation.
Well, if you’re gonna lose, might as well lose to the GOAT
— Christopher Miller (@chrizmillr) March 10, 2024
The sequel to the Oscar-winning “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” was not only a huge hit but also broke records, showing the franchise’s continued popularity and impact.
With its bright and lively look and exciting scenes, “Across the Spider-Verse” was seen as a big improvement from its predecessor, a great sequel to a timeless classic.
Your right, honestly the whole Spiderverse team are such good sports. Very professional and I’m excited to see what comes of this. I’m young, and a fighter, so forgive my nature. Congrats to the winners https://t.co/b4IRRrl9h4
— Shameik Moore (@shameikmoore) March 11, 2024
