First Oscar Awards Movie In 1929 - Wings

 What's the first movie that won the Oscar awards.


 And in which year?


The first Academy Awards ceremony was held on May 16, 1929, and the first Oscar awarded for Best Picture went to the 1927 film "Wings".



What's the Story behind the film?


"Wings" is a silent film that tells the story of two World War I fighter pilots, Jack Powell and David Armstrong.


 who compete for the affections of the same woman.


 Sylvia Lewis, while also competing to be the top pilot in their squadron.


 The film also depicts their experiences during the war, including dogfights and bombings.


 Eventually, Jack and David become close friends and work together to survive the war, and in the end, Jack sacrifices himself to save David's life. 


The film was directed by William A. Wellman and starred Clara Bow, Charles Rogers, and Richard Arlen.



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