Hollywood's award season is hitting a fever pitch as "Poor Things" bags a staggering 11 Oscar nominations, positioning itself as a top contender at the upcoming 96th Academy Awards. This offbeat cinematic delight from director Yorgos Lanthimos is earning accolades left and right, not least because of its leading lady Emma Stone, who nabbed a nomination for 'Best Actress.' Her co-star, Mark Ruffalo, is also up for 'Best Supporting Actor' for his role as a smooth-talking lawyer in this fantastical tale.

"Poor Things" is pitted against some heavy hitters, but has managed to secure nods in nearly every major category, including 'Best Director' for Lanthimos and 'Best Picture.' According to 6abc, the film's writer Tony McNamara, who is nominated for 'Best Adapted Screenplay,' said many viewers didn't realize they "needed to see a movie as wild as this, but as soon as they saw it, they said it made them feel like cinema was alive and they could imagine beyond what they thought was possible." In a race that also features Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer" with 13 nods, "Poor Things" could potentially sweep up to effectively compete for the gold.

The nominations continue with 'Best Cinematography,' 'Best Costume Design,' 'Best Film Editing,' 'Best Makeup and Hairstyling,' and 'Best Original Score,' signaling a across-the-board recognition of the film's technical and artistic accomplishments. With such a strong showing, the industry is abuzz with speculation about 'Poor Things'' chances to take home the most coveted awards. As reported by The Week, the Oscars will be hosted by Jimmy Kimmel for the fourth time, promising familiar humor and charm for Hollywood's biggest night.

Adding to the pre-Oscar glow, "Poor Things" has already scooped the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival and two Golden Globes earlier this year. It's no surprise Element Pictures, backing this film, is seeing the fruits of its labor recognized on such a grand scale. "Poor Things" also received an equal number of nods for the upcoming BAFTA Film Awards, as noted by RTL. Stone, already winning 'Best Female Actor' at the Globes, is set to potentially continue her winning streak, bringing a palpable excite to her fans and the industry alike. As anticipation builds, all eyes will be on California come March 10, when the Academy reveals its winners.