Autumn Durald Arkapaw, winner of the Best Cinematography Award for “Sinners,” poses in the press room during the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 15, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Credit: Photo by Brianna Bryson/Getty Images)

Going into the 98th Academy Awards, two films, “One Battle After Another” and “Sinners,” were seen as favorites across many categories — and thanks to the contributions of UC alumni, both won their fair share.

“Sinners” collected four Oscars from a record-breaking 16 nominations, including “Best Cinematography,” thanks to the eye of UCLA Extension alumna Autumn Durald Arkapaw, the first woman, first nominee of Asian descent, and first Black nominee to win an Oscar in that category. Produced by UC San Diego alumnus Sev Ohanian, “Sinners” also won for Best Actor, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Score.

“One Battle After Another,” winner of six Oscars, including “Best Picture,” also won “Best Film Editing,” thanks to the work of UC Santa Barbara alumnus Andy Jurgensen, working on his fourth Paul Thomas Anderson film.

Learn more about each UC winner and their work at the UC Newsroom:

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