He’s one of the front runners to take home the award, but Colin Farrell is keeping a level head when it comes to the Oscars.
It was announced on Tuesday that Colin was up for Best Actor for his role in The Banshees of Inisherin. He’s one of 14 Irish nominations at this year’s awards.
And he is absolutely blown away by the nomination.
He explained: “Beyond honoured to be lumped together with my fellow nominees. A heartfelt congratulations to all the lads.”
Brendan Gleeson, Barry Keoghan and Kerry Condon are all up for awards in the Best Supporting Actor and Actress categories. While Martin McDonagh is up for Best Director and the film itself is up for Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay.
In a statement to the PA news agency, Colin said: “[I’m] just so grateful to the Academy for all the love it’s shared with the Banshees’ cast and crew.”
While Brendan enthused: “What an amazing wake-up call. I’m so proud and grateful to be part of The Banshees Of Inisherin on a personal and professional level. I’m absolutely thrilled for the whole brilliant cast and everyone at home.
“What a day for the Irish film industry on a world stage. Feels like a huge family outing on the cards. Thank you Academy. Thank you Martin. Thank you all.”
Paul Mescal has been nominated in the Best Actor category for his role in Aftersun.
He told PA: “To be recognised by the Academy is such an insane honour and I’m so utterly grateful.
“I want to dedicate this nomination to my two friends Charlotte and Frankie who I love dearly! This is bananas, thank you!”
You can check out the full list of nominees here.
