The Governors Ball after the Oscars on Sunday evening was a night to remember for writer-director Christopher Nolan and producer Emma Thomas. As they stepped off the stage after having their multiple Oscars engraved, they were greeted by none other than the party’s chef, Wolfgang Puck. To honor the night’s biggest prizewinners, Puck served up a selection of British food, including roast beef with Yorkshire pudding and fish and chips, much to the delight of the couple who were thrilled to taste a bit of home.
During the ceremony, Thomas expressed her lifelong dream of winning an Oscar, a sentiment that Nolan echoed when asked if he shared the same dream. Despite his usual reserved demeanor, Nolan admitted to feeling emotional on stage, though he managed to maintain his composure. Thomas jokingly added that if he hadn’t left the stage when he did, he would have started “ugly crying.”
As the night continued, stars like America Ferrera were still buzzing from standout performances, including Ryan Gosling’s “I’m Just Ken” act and Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell’s rendition of “What Was I Made For.” Simu Liu, who took part in a memorable number during the show, described the experience as surreal and nerve-wracking, but ultimately rewarding.
The evening also saw Anita Hill praising Greta Gerwig for her work on “Barbie” and highlighting the importance of opening up more opportunities for women and people of color in the industry. With wins like the screenplay award for “American Fiction,” Hill emphasized the need for continued progress and inclusivity in Hollywood.
Overall, the Governors Ball was a night of celebration, emotion, and reflection on the achievements and challenges within the film industry, with stars like Nolan, Thomas, and Hill making their mark on the post-Oscars festivities.
