Al Pacino explained his unusual Oscars moment, saying that the producers asked him not to name the other nominees for Best Picture. He clarified that it was not his intention to omit them, but a choice made by the producers. Instead of the usual announcement, he simply announced "Oppenheimer" as the winner, causing some confusion. The producers stated that the presentation was meant to be fast due to time constraints, and overall, the Oscars ceremony went smoothly. Pacino felt the need to make a statement due to concerns that filmmakers, actors, and producers might feel slighted by the unconventional delivery.