"Everything Everywhere All at Once" is a 2022 American film directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert (known collectively as "Daniels"). It is a unique blend of comedy, sci-fi, and martial arts, exploring multiverse themes
. At the 95th Academy Awards in 2023, the film was the big winner, receiving 11 nominations and winning seven Oscars. It won major categories including:
- Best Picture
- Best Director (Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert)
- Best Actress (Michelle Yeoh)
- Best Supporting Actor (Ke Huy Quan)
- Best Supporting Actress (Jamie Lee Curtis)
- Best Original Screenplay
- Best Film Editing
Michelle Yeoh made history as the first Asian woman nominated for Best Actress, and the film was notable for winning six above-the-line Oscars, a first in Oscar history. It was also the third film ever to win three acting Oscars and the first to win those plus Best Picture
. The film was widely acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, earning numerous other awards and being named a top-ten film of 2022 by the National Board of Review and the American Film Institute
. In summary, "Everything Everywhere All at Once" is a critically acclaimed, genre-blending film that achieved historic success at the Oscars, winning seven awards including Best Picture and Best Director in 2023