Wicked, Jon M. Chu and Oscar

Jon M. Chu Shut Out of Best Director Category Despite Strong ‘Wicked’ Showing
Despite a big Oscar nominations morning, the director and the film’s writers Winnie Holzman and Dana Fox were shut out from the directing and writing categories.
Michelle Yeoh Laments Lack of Oscar Nom for Jon M. Chu After ‘Wicked’ Scores 10 Nods | Video
Michelle Yeoh tells the hosts of "The View" that the cast and crew of "Wicked" are sad to see director Jon M. Chu snubbed by the Oscars
Jon M. Chu’s great ‘Wicked’ adventure scores 10 Oscar nominations, including best picture
The Palo Alto-born director had a lot to celebrate Thursday morning after his musical fantasy film scored a nomination for the top prize at the Academy Awards.
Michelle Yeoh Says ‘Wicked’ Cast Is “Crying” Over Jon M. Chu Oscars Snub for Best Director
Among the film’s nominations were best picture, Cynthia Erivo for best actress, Ariana Grande for best support actress, best costume design and best original score. However, Jon M. Chu was shut out of the directing category.
Oscars 2025 nominations: Jon M Chu surprisingly snubbed for ‘Best Director’
At the Oscars 2025 nominations, 'Wicked' director John M. Chu has been snubbed for 'Best Director', despite the film being up for 'Best Picture'.
Michelle Yeoh tells“ The View ”that “Wicked” cast is 'crying' over Oscars not nominating Jon M. Chu for Best Director
"This is the second time they've passed over Jon Chu. He should've been nominated for 'In the Heights,'" cohost Ana Navarro added. Elphaba defied gravity, but the Academy apparently defied Michelle Yeoh's wishes for her Wicked helmer Jon M.
‘Wicked’ director Jon M. Chu reacts to film’s 10 Oscar nominations
Wicked” continues to defy expectations, earning 10 Oscar nominations. Cynthia Erivo earned the best actress nomination for her role as Elphaba and Ariana Grande received the nod for best supporting actress.
Jon M. Chu's Movies Have Now Grossed More Than Those of David Fincher, Quentin Tarantino, and Denis Villeneuve
Chu is among the 100 highest-grossing directors of all time, beating out David Fincher, Quentin Tarantino, and Denis ...
Jon M. Chu Just Revealed That He Got “Many Calls” From Lin-Manuel Miranda Asking For A Cameo In “Wicked”
The news comes after Lin revealed that he was present at the intimate first-ever cast dinner between Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, and Jon M. Chu.
Peter Bart: Jon M. Chu And His Zeal For Pure, Big-Screen Entertainment Offer Much-Needed Dose Of Hollywood Optimism
If Hollywood needs some optimism look to Jon M. Chu, who has contributed both a sharp new book and the hit Wicked to advance ...
Jon M. Chu Explains Why Crazy Rich Asians Is The Best Plane Movie
The In the Heights director shared this seniment as he hilariously noted that Powell and his movies may be edging in on the ...
‘Life is full’: Jon M. Chu on the awards, the L.A. fires, and the two ‘Wicked’ actresses who keep him grounded
Plus, he tells Gold Derby which Wicked spin-off movie he’d most “want to see.” “Life is full.” That is how Wicked director ...
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Oscars 2025: Selena Gomez, Angelina Jolie, John M. Chu and More Snubs and Surprises
Oscar nominations came with the usual snubs and surprises, including no nominations for Selena Gomez, Angelina Jolie and Wicked director Jon. M. Chu. See our full breakdown.