One of the most prestigious awards in the world of cinema is the Oscar. Everyone - both directors and actors, dream of getting this figurine for their work. The first Oscar was awarded in 1940. And since then, the award ceremony takes place every year, includes 24 main nominations (for the best film of the year, the original screenplay, best male and female roles and others) and 6 special ones. Considering that many interesting films are released every year, there is a lot of competition for the Oscar in the Best Film nomination. And of course, the owners of such an honorable award deserve the attention of the audience. The article will provide an overview of the best comedies that received an Oscar. Watching these films will give a lot of pleasant emotions and charge positive for the whole day.
Oscar-Comedies: List
We want to pay attention to the 6 best options. Each of these comedies was appreciated by both viewers and film critics. All of them (in different years) received an honorary figurine. These films are perfect for family viewing, will give the opportunity to relax after working days.
- In the first place is a beautiful story about forbidden love and passion - Shakespeare in Love. The film is very emotional. He keeps in suspense from the first to the last minute. In 1998, the comedy was nominated for an Oscar in 13 nominations, and won 7 of them. For the main female role, the young and charming actress Gwyneth Paltrow received the first Oscar.
- The second place is occupied by the film Philadelphia Story (1940). It will appeal to all lovers of romance. The director also picked up an amazing cast (the charming Kathryn Hepburn played the main female role, and the inimitable James Stewart became her partner). The film has collected a large number of awards, as well as an Oscar for best adapted screenplay and best male role.
- The film "Around the World in 80 Days" (1956) occupies the third place in our ranking of the very best. The best comedy about adventure and travel. The visitor will be able to see the popular means of transportation of that time: packet boats, schooners, sledges with sails. The comedy in 1957 became the best right away in 5 nominations and received its well-deserved figurines. Among them: the best film, editing, music and others.
- The work of the talented director Rob Marshall is the comedy Chicago. Incredibly exciting plot and great acting, allowed the film to win 6 Oscars at once, one of which (for best supporting actress) was given to Catherine-Zeta Jones. Comedy "Chicago" on the fourth step of the podium.
- A rating of five and fifth place deserves the film "Birdman" (2014). Sad at heart and nothing pleases, and the problems fell like a snowball? Just watch this Oscar-winning comedy. The figurine was taken by the film director, cameraman and screenwriters. Also, comedy won the best film nomination. Insanely interesting plot and twisted intrigue - these are the main advantages of “Birdman”.
- And the last place among comedies that won an Oscar is My Boyfriend - Crazy. The excellent duo of Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence ensured the success of this film. The actress received both an Oscar and a Golden Globe in the nomination for Best Actress for the role.
Romantic comedy "Shakespeare in Love" (1998)
The picture takes place in London, at the end of the 17th century. The main character (the talented playwright William Shakespeare) is going through hard times. He has a creative crisis, as well as an acute need for money. The director of the theater where the young man works, demands from him a new play and as soon as possible. Where to get inspiration for creative exploits? To William, the most wonderful feeling in human life comes - love. The young beauty Viola appears in the theater, whose main dream is to play on stage. The girl has to portray a young man. Indeed, in those days, women were forbidden to participate in theatrical performances. She draws close to William and decides to reveal his secret to him. The playwright promises to keep Viola's secret, with which he falls in love more and more every day. Inspired, he writes the play "Romeo and Juliet", in which the girl gets the main male role. However, the couple has a lot of obstacles on the way to a happy future. Viola is engaged to the English lord and is due to marry him soon.
Philadelphia Story (1940 film)
The film was based on a play by Philip Barry, Philadelphia Story. One of the representatives of high society, the rich and enviable bride Tracy Lord, is getting married. The lucky choice was George, who works as a manager at her father's oil company. The girl wants the wedding to take place in a quiet home environment, without too much hype and the press. But one of the editors of the popular magazine, using blackmail, forces Tracy to give permission to his correspondents to attend her wedding. And a couple of days before the long-awaited event, Connor appears in the beauty's house, and with her the ex-husband of the girl. The latter is determined to return Tracy and does not intend to give up. And the beauty herself suddenly begins to understand that she likes the talented journalist much stronger than her future husband.
Based on the novel by Jules Verne
The comedy "Around the World in 80 Days" will give you pleasant emotions and the opportunity to laugh heartily. The lover of disputes, the rich Phileas Fogg, claims to be able to go around the globe in 80 days. But the cream of the prestigious Reform Club is skeptical of him. As a result, he makes a bet on a large sum of money and goes on a long journey. Together with the main character, the viewer will visit England, France, Egypt and other countries. In India, Fogg falls in love with the beautiful Audu, whom he saves from a brutal death. He takes the girl with him in order to marry her after returning to England. Can Fogg win a bet? Find out at the end of the movie. This is certainly one of the best comedies to receive an Oscar.
Chicago (2002)
Roxy Hart's biggest dream is to become a stage star like her idol, Valma Kelly. But the girl does not know how to achieve this. She is forced to live with her unloved husband and day after day dream of glory. For the sake of his dream, Roxy enters into a love affair with Fred Casey, who promises to arrange her to sing in a popular cabaret. However, it soon becomes clear that he was cheating on the girl. In anger, Roxy kills a trickster. She goes to prison, where she unexpectedly meets Velma, convicted of the murder of her husband and his mistress. Do you want to know how Roxy's future life will turn out and whether she will become a star? All the answers in the film.
Time, interesting movies
Actor Riggan Thomson, who became famous after the role of the superhero Birdman, wants to regain its former glory. And at the same time to establish their dilapidated family life. He is going to stage a play where he will debut as a director and at the same time play the main male role. But not so simple. He has to struggle with Birdman’s inner voice, which convinces Riggan to quit and do something more profitable.
"My Boyfriend is Crazy" (2012)
After spending about a year in a psychiatric hospital, Pat returns to his parental home. He wants to return to a past life. But by court order, he cannot approach his ex-wife. One evening, in the company of friends, Pat meets the reckless Tiffany. The girl asks the young man to help her win the prestigious dance competition, and in exchange she will reconcile him with his wife. Pat agrees and during training begins to realize that he has far from friendly feelings for Tiffany. Comedy - Oscar winner in 8 nominations.