Kirsten Dunst Addresses Oscars Snub of Jesse Plemons for ‘Bugonia’
Kirsten Dunst is speaking out regarding the recent Oscar nominations, particularly about the lack of recognition for her husband, Jesse Plemons, for his role in the film Bugonia. Following the announcement of this year’s Academy Award nominees, Dunst took to social media to express her support for Plemons.
Kirsten Dunst Defends Jesse Plemons
On Thursday, actress Kirsten Dunst highlighted Plemons’ overlooked performance through a meme shared by Stavros Halkias, Plemons’ co-star in Bugonia. The meme humorously depicted a reaction to the Oscar snub, particularly the absence of Plemons’ name from the Best Actor nominations.
- Jesse Plemons: Portrays Teddy, a conspiracy theorist in Bugonia.
- Co-stars: Aidan Delbis, who plays Teddy’s cousin, and Emma Stone, portraying a powerful CEO.
- Director: Yorgos Lanthimos, known for his unique storytelling style.
Overview of Bugonia’s Plot
In Bugonia, Plemons’ character, Teddy, devises a daring plot to kidnap a CEO he believes is an alien planning world domination. This thrilling storyline combines dark humor with elements of conspiracy.
Plemons’ Recent Awards Journey
Plemons has had a notable awards season. Earlier in January, he was nominated for Best Actor in a Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards. However, Timothée Chalamet won this award for his role in Marty Supreme.
In 2022, Jesse Plemons earned his first Oscar nomination, vying for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in The Power of the Dog. This film also marked Kirsten Dunst’s first Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
The recognition of Jesse Plemons in the industry remains significant, and Dunst’s support emphasizes the importance of acknowledging talented performances in Hollywood. Filmogaz.com will continue to follow the developments surrounding the Oscars as they unfold.
