LOS ANGELES: “Blonde,” a biopic that explores the exploits of Marilyn Monroe, led this year’s mystery nominations with eight nods, including one for worst picture, while several Oscar nods Winner Tom Hanks joined the race for Worst Actor and Worst Supporting Actor.
In its 43rd year, the Razzies doled out some tough love to films, screenplays, directors and more, with critical jabs meant to be a comedic response to the Oscars.
“Blonde” received a Razzie nomination for worst picture, two nominations for worst supporting actor, two for worst screen ensemble, as well as nods for worst remake, worst director and worst screenplay.
New York Times film critic Manoahla Dargus wrote: “Given all the indignities and horrors Marilyn Monroe endured during her 36 years, it’s a relief to see the obscenity of ‘Blonde.’ didn’t face, cutting-edge entertainment to exploit. its.”
The Razzies also did not favor Hanks this season, nominating him for worst actor as Geppetto in Disney’s “Pinocchio” and worst supporting actor as Colonel Tom Parker in “Elvis.”