Oscars 2023: Brendan Fraser named Best Lead Actor for `The Whale` – Moviesapple

It was an emotional moment for the Hollywood star. Brendan Fraserwho was all in tears after hearing his name at the 95th Oscars Awards, where he won the Best Lead Actor for his

acclaimed film `The Whale`. The award was given to him by Jessica Chastain and Halle Berry. His name was in the category along with Austin Butler `Elvis`, Colin Farrell `The

Banshees of Inisherin`, Paul Mescal `Aftersun` and Bill Nighy `Living`. All in tears of happiness, Fraser said: "So this is what the multiverse looks like. I thank the Academy for

this. And my studio for making this bold film." Also Read: Oscars 2023: Where to watch, what to expect, who will be there He then told all the other contenders that its an "honour

to be named alone to guide you in this category". "I wanted to tell you that whales can swim in the depth. I started 30 years ago and things didn't come easy to me. But I want to

thank you for this acknowledgement." `The Whale` is a psychological drama film directed by Darren Aronofsky and written by Samuel D. Hunterbased on his 2012 play of the same name.

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