6. Amy Adams – Arrival (2016)

Amy Adams delivered a career-defining performance as a linguist deciphering an alien language in Arrival. Her quiet intensity, emotional depth, and nuanced portrayal of grief were deeply moving. The film earned eight Oscar nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director, yet Adams was shockingly left out. Many believed she was a lock for Best Actress, especially given her history of Oscar snubs. The Academy’s failure to recognize her only reinforced the belief that Adams is one of Hollywood’s most consistently overlooked talents.
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Edited by Ritika Pal