With the Academy Award nominees to be announced at the end of this month, I thought I would go ahead and compile a list of my favs from the past. These are nominees that weren't necessarily winners. But, they're winners in my book. Do yourself a favor and check them out.
Mystic River
I'm not sure how much of an impact this one had at the box office. But, it was the most incredible cinema experience I had in 2004. Sean Penn's best work. Tim Robbins' best performance. And, dear old Clint Eastwood at the top of his game. Not to mention, the script is simply mind-numbingly incredible.
Nominations:
Best Picture
Best Direction
Best Actor- Sean Penn (winner)
Best Supporting Actor- Tim Robbins (winner)
Best Supporting Actress- Marcia Gay Harden
Lost In Translation
Such a beautiful and offbeat classic. Bill Murray is so endearing and genuine. Japan is a beautiful backdrop for this interesting and fun love story. And, who can forget Scarlett Johansson? What do you think Bob whispers at the end?
Nominations:
Best Picture
Best Actor- Bill Murray
Best Direction
Best Screenplay
The Straight Story
Based on the true story of Alvin Straight going across the country. Richard Farnsworth is perfect as the sensitive old man who makes the trek to visit his long lost brother. A decidedly different style from director David Lynch.
Nomination:
Best Actor-Richard Farnsworth
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