Let’s talk about some of the most jaw-dropping Oscar snubs in Academy Awards history. From Judy Garland’s heart-wrenching performance in The Wizard of Oz to Leonardo DiCaprio's unforgettable role in Titanic, there have been countless moments where Hollywood just didn’t get it right. As the 2018 Academy Awards approach, we’re reminded that these snubs aren’t just a thing of the past—they’re bound to happen again. So, buckle up and scroll down to uncover our top 10 biggest Oscar snubs that will leave you questioning the Academy's decisions!

Citizen Kane: A Monumental Snub

Here’s a film that’s now widely regarded as the greatest of all time, yet it walked away empty-handed when it came to the big prize. Orson Welles’ groundbreaking 1941 masterpiece, Citizen Kane, was shockingly beaten for Best Picture by How Green Was My Valley. "That was a gigantic snub," says Arnold Wayne Jones, author of The Envelope, Please: The Ultimate Academy Awards Trivia Book. It’s hard to believe that a film so revolutionary in its storytelling and cinematography didn’t take home the gold.

The Wizard of Oz: Judy Garland Deserved Better

Hollywood may have been swept away by Dorothy's adventures over the rainbow, but they completely overlooked the magic of The Wizard of Oz at the Oscars. The film only took home two awards, Best Original Score and Best Original Song ("Over the Rainbow"), while Judy Garland didn’t even receive a nomination for her iconic role. The year 1939 was tough competition, with Gone with the Wind taking home the coveted Best Picture award, but let’s be real—Judy Garland deserved so much more.

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Saving Private Ryan: A War Epic Defeated by a Rom-Com

Can you believe that Steven Spielberg’s gut-wrenching WWII epic, Saving Private Ryan, lost Best Picture to the romantic comedy Shakespeare in Love? This shocking upset victory was orchestrated by none other than the now-disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein. It’s hard to imagine a more inappropriate choice when you consider the immense impact Spielberg’s film had on audiences worldwide.