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Oscar nominations: Who got snubbed?

Jan 22, 2008, 09:16 AM | by Gary Susman

Categories: Oscars 2008

Enchangedbor_l As usual, the Academy showed little love to comedy when it dragged Kathy Bates out of bed this morning to announce this year's Oscar nominations. I was really hoping that Amy Adams (pictured) would squeeze into one of the Best Actress slots for her delightful work in Enchanted, but her fantasy princess lost out to another red-haired royal, as Cate Blanchett double-dipped for her return performance as Elizabeth I in Elizabeth: The Golden Age. (Of course, she should have won the first time she played Elizabeth a decade ago, not for this less-than-inspired sequel, and while she's fine in Golden Age, it's not nearly as worthy a performance as her Bob Dylan in I'm Not There, for which she did get a Supporting Actress nod this morning... but I digress.)

Blanchett's inclusion also points out one of two other big snubs this morning. First, the absence of Keira Knightley from the Best Actress race reflects a lack of consistent support for Atonement. Sure, it's in the running for Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay, and Best Supporting Actress (youngster Saoirse Ronan), but not for its lead actors or its director. The other big snub, for me, is Into the Wild, whose only major nomination was for the deserving Hal Holbrook as Supporting Actor. Sorry, Sean Penn; the Academy isn't recognizing that you finally came into your own as a director and screenwriter.

Who do you think got robbed this morning, PopWatchers? Let us know below, and please explain why you think your favorites should have been nominated.

Marc Sat, Mar 1, 2008 at 01:33 PM EST

I believe that someone who got snubbed in the nominations was Hans Zimmer for Pirates Of The Caribbean:At World's End, in the Original Score Category. The music for the last movie was as epic as any score from the Star Wars trilogies that John Williams developed. His music now envelops any incarnation of pirates going forward.

Abby Wed, Feb 27, 2008 at 11:38 PM EST

Johnny Depp got robbed and so did the picture, "Zodiac." I hope George never gets best actor--ever!!!! I also feel the academy should be voted on BY THE PEOPLE.

Virginia Mon, Feb 25, 2008 at 04:03 PM EST

Ellen Page. She deserved it.

I did enjoy Kristin Chenowith though, I don't know what all the negative talk is for. I thought she did an amazing job. I could've done without all the dancing around her though.

Deb Mon, Feb 25, 2008 at 02:42 PM EST

Viggo Mortenson in Eastern Promises. Eastern Promises as Best Picture. Christian Bale should have been nominated for either Rescue Dawn or 3:10 to Yuma. And Hal Holbrook for Into the Wild. The writer who did the screenplay for Waitress! All these greats were snubbed.

Rene Mon, Feb 25, 2008 at 08:39 AM EST

3:10 to Yuma and Eastern Promises were overlooked nearly completely! Very upset by that. And why hasn't Christian Bale even been nominated yet??? The man is brilliant.

anne keane Mon, Feb 25, 2008 at 07:49 AM EST

agree with loads of the above - dano, before the devil etc...but josh brolin was fab in no country too

anne keane Mon, Feb 25, 2008 at 07:49 AM EST

agree with loads of the above - dano, before the devil etc...but josh brolin was fab in no country too

Laura Radloff Mon, Feb 25, 2008 at 03:04 AM EST

Paul Dano for Paul/Eli Sunday in "There Will Be Blood". It's likely that the Academy saw fit to reward only almost every other category, but not his tremendous turn as a quietly powerful and naive yet suspiciously brilliant young man?!? I know he will be certainly get on the short list someday. He's one to watch for.

Michelle Sun, Feb 24, 2008 at 11:19 AM EST

"Into the Wild" was terribly overlooked. I thought this was not only a very moving film but a cinematic masterpiece and superbly acted. Sean Penn should have at least garnered a nomination for this one. Shame on the Academy!

Yvonne Sat, Feb 23, 2008 at 10:47 PM EST

As a professional musician and a voting member in the Grammys, I'm always amazed at how completely the Oscars can drop the ball in its music nominations. Although Ratatouille's soundtrack was rightly nominated, the movie's sparkling, joyful "Le Festin" was ignored, in spite of being one of the best songs in any movie this year. While I'm on the subject, past soundtracks that weren't nominated, but that ended up being extremely influential in the music world include Patrick Doyle's majestic score to "Henry V" and Peter Gabriel's fascinating music to "The Last Temptation of Christ."

Jenni Sat, Feb 23, 2008 at 06:09 PM EST

James Mcavoy for Atonement (Best Actor)
Angelina Jolie for A Mighty Heart (Best Actress)
Tim Burton for Sweeney Todd (Best Director)
Sweeney Todd (Best Picture)
Adrienne Shelly for Waitress (Best Original Screenplay)

Kelley Sat, Feb 23, 2008 at 12:28 PM EST

James MacAvoy and Kiera Knightly are sadly absent from the list. Across the Universe was the shock for me. It encompasses everything a film should be. Great acting, directing, cinematogrophy, original screenplay. The concept is so complex, I don't get it.
Tim Burton should be nominated. He's always the bridemaid never the bride.

nick Sat, Feb 23, 2008 at 09:56 AM EST

surprisingly keira knigtley and james mccavoy are not nominated..sure atonement is nominated for best picture but these two contribute a lot for the nomination..shame

Beate Geibel Fri, Feb 22, 2008 at 09:28 PM EST

Definitely INTO THE WILD, can´t believe that this movie is not nominated for best picture and Sean Penn for best director. Are they serious ?

At least finally Viggo Mortensen gets the attention he deserves for years as he is one of the most intense and real actors.

And I mean an ACTOR and NOT a movie star - thats a big difference.

DION COLE Fri, Feb 22, 2008 at 07:43 PM EST

SIMPLY PUT, TO LEAVE OUT PAUL DANO'S MASTERFUL PERFORMANCE IN THERE WILL BE BLOOD ALL BECAUSE DAY-LEWIS WAS SO SPOT-ON IS SIMPLY A CRIME!

Sammi Fri, Feb 22, 2008 at 02:44 PM EST

I really think Christian Bale should have been nominated as well as the Bourne Ultimatum. Why are all the best pictures fairly sappy and stuff? I also always have to say that Comedy films get a sad rap. they never get picked nor do the actors.

another thing i have a problem with is the fact that Enchanted has 3 of five songs. I listened to them all and i thought the "so close" song was alright but there were many others out there that could have been better choices.

Robert Fri, Feb 22, 2008 at 02:20 PM EST

Chris Cooper got snubbed for "Breach." I know it was released in February of 2007, early for "award season," but "Silence of the Lambs" got released in February of 1991. Cooper was amazing in his role as real-life double-agent Robert Hanssen.

simone Wed, Feb 20, 2008 at 06:51 PM EST

I'm quite pissed at Sean Penn's loss, for Into the Wild was incredible

did anyone love Kathy Bates as the host as much as me? She does great work in everything she does, and can't wait for her next hit bonneville, coming out this month (www.bonnevillethemovie.com)

Tue, Feb 19, 2008 at 08:03 PM EST

Paul Dano- Supporting Actor
Joel Wright- Director
James McAvoy- Actor

Shane Tue, Feb 19, 2008 at 10:46 AM EST

Paul Dano was a major snub for Supporting Actor, especially after hearing he was originally slated for a smaller role and had to learn the larger role three days before shooting

stephanie Tue, Feb 19, 2008 at 01:59 AM EST

Once for Best Picture for sure; as a fan it totally stings. james mcavoy for atonement would have been lovely.
congrats to ellen page and marion cotillard though!

kevin Tue, Feb 19, 2008 at 12:59 AM EST

As a lot of people have said into the wild deserved much more attention. Would have loved to see Christian Bale finally get some attention. Zodiac should have at least gotten nominations for direction and supporting actor(Robert Downey Jr.-who is always good) and editing. 3:10 to Yuma was a tight movie that i think is underatted. i also just saw gone baby gone and would have liked to see some nominations for that. many others but there always are with oscar.

Adele Mon, Feb 18, 2008 at 06:49 AM EST

I just saw Atonement for the second time and James McAvoy was Robbie Turner. It was a terrific performance that should have been recognized with a nominee.
I think Juno is overrated.

Matt Sun, Feb 17, 2008 at 04:51 PM EST

Just saw "there will be blood". The young guy who plays the preacher Eli, wow! Where was his nod?

Matt Sun, Feb 17, 2008 at 04:45 PM EST

Just saw "there will be blood". The young guy who plays the preacher Eli, wow! Where was his nod?

Bob Fri, Feb 15, 2008 at 06:17 PM EST

What about Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End for best original score? That music was so epic and moving that you didn't even have to see the movie to get emotional over the music.

kirk Mon, Feb 11, 2008 at 10:23 PM EST

where is WILL SMITH for I AM LEGEND... THAT movie was excellent..they played the hell outta WILL

Chuck Mon, Feb 11, 2008 at 09:27 AM EST

The Kite Runner was a great film and was not nominated for best foreign film.

Nikki Blonski for Hairspray was deserved a nomination.

Keira Knightly (not a fan) deserved a nomination for Atonement.

Jen Sat, Feb 9, 2008 at 10:29 PM EST

Once got shafted, even in the best song category. It should have had all five nominations there, at the least. Damn that Hollywood Schlock.

Atonement will be this year's Babel--lots of noms, and no wins.

And where are Angelina Jolie and Christian Bale? Please.

E S MITROVIC Fri, Feb 8, 2008 at 05:15 PM EST

I really think David Cronenberg got snubbed for a nomination as best director for Eastern Promises. He did a superb job-he always does.

Tim Griffin Fri, Feb 8, 2008 at 04:18 PM EST

Missed:
1-- Once, fantastic little gem, much better than Michael Clayton; movie, and script.
2-- John Travolta, Best Supporting Actor, wouldn't win next to Bardem, but second best performance (sprt) of year and best of his life.
3-- Into The Wild, many categories, but especially Best Actor, if Tommy Lee Jones and Vigo get the nomination so should Emile.

Shouldn't have got Nom:
1-- Best Director, Julian Schnabnel, overrated movie and director, stole from every director over time; critics choice stupid movie like Sideways, About Schmidt, Lost in Translation, etc.;
2-- Best Editing; The Diving Bell, Just Watch The Father Shaving Scene and View The Shaving Cream Mistakes, THAT is NOT best editing.
3--Michael Clayton in many categories especially Best Director, Joe Wright should have gotten it. Is he the new Speilberg where he'll be jibbed every year?
4-- I could go on and on and I'm done.

Vivien Thu, Feb 7, 2008 at 07:02 PM EST

I would trade all three of Enchanted's song nominations for a Best Actress nod for Amy Adams, that's how much I think of her performance in the film. She was so good you take for granted just how difficult her role was. What a wonderful, captivating performance. Though I'm not really surprised by the snub, I can't help but be completely bummed about it.

Also snubbed: Will Smith (I am Legend), Jodie Foster (The Brave One), Christian Bale (in anything really).

bobby Thu, Feb 7, 2008 at 11:40 AM EST

Emil Hirsch and the entire writing staff of "Into The Wild". Again the Academy has shown it's short sightedness and old boy network.

Justin Parker Wed, Feb 6, 2008 at 10:46 PM EST

I was shocked that Keira Knightley didn't get nominated for Atonement! That was her best performance so far...above and beyond Pride and Prejudice.

Wendy Wed, Feb 6, 2008 at 01:42 PM EST

I'm shocked by 4 omissions...
1) Kerri Russell in "Waitress" - I think it was the best leading female performance of the year!
2) Adrienne Shelley for screenplay for "Waitress" - it deserved at least a nomination.
3) Christian Bale for "Rescue Dawn"- what does this guy have to do to get nominated; starve himself? Oh wait HE DID THAT and still didn't get nominated!!
4) Steve Zahn for "Rescue Dawn"- see reason given on #3 above.

Eric Wed, Feb 6, 2008 at 01:28 PM EST

Wasn't expecting them to be nominated, but since they weren't: I was SHOCKED at the exclusion of my third and fourth favorite films of 2007 in all categories: BLACK SNAKE MOAN and BEFORE THE DEVIL KNOWS YOU'RE DEAD. Both had dynamite scripts, brilliant performances, assured direction and gripping stories. Whatever.

Eric Wed, Feb 6, 2008 at 01:27 PM EST

Wasn't expecting them to be nominated, but since they weren't: I was SHOCKED at the exclusion of my third and fourth favorite films of 2007 in all categories: BLACK SNAKE MOAN and BEFORE THE DEVIL KNOWS YOU'RE DEAD. Both had dynamite scripts, brilliant performances, assured direction and gripping stories. Whatever.

Chris D. Mon, Feb 4, 2008 at 02:54 AM EST

I personally felt Zodiac and American Gangster should have at least gotten nominations for direction. David Fincher and Ridley Scott are absolute masters at their craft who, alongside George Lucas and Quentin Tarantino, have yet to win a Best Director Oscar. I also felt Transformers should have been nominated for Best Editing. It was just as frenetic and exciting as Bourne and Blood in terms of the precision of the cuts if not slightly moreso.

Aaron Mon, Feb 4, 2008 at 01:03 AM EST

there will be blood was robbed of original score nomination. JOhnny greenwood of RADIOHEAD is nominated and won most critic awards and british academy awards but he doesnt get nominated for the academy awards what a shame

Donna Palmlund Sun, Feb 3, 2008 at 05:20 PM EST

Definitly "Into the Wild" got snubbed. Sean Penn as director and Emile Hirsch as best actor. I expected Katherine Keener to be nominated for best supporting actress, too. The cinematography was beautiful, too! I was very surprised it isn't up for several awards.

john haver Sat, Feb 2, 2008 at 10:42 PM EST

tom hanks----Charlie's War

Robert Sat, Feb 2, 2008 at 08:17 PM EST

Jodi Foster - best actress for The Brave One
Tim Burton, Helena Bonham Carter, and Johnny Depp for Sweeney Todd which also should have won

Stacy Sat, Feb 2, 2008 at 07:59 PM EST

Into the Wild!!! Amazing movie--the acting, directing, adapted screenplay, original score, cinematography, etc. This was the best movie I've seen in a long time!

john Sat, Feb 2, 2008 at 07:30 PM EST

the best picture in a long time has to be BUG. great acting (another missed nomination for her) and an amazingly gripping and frightening tour de farce. brilliant!!! also johnny depp (again).

Jacque Sat, Feb 2, 2008 at 10:18 AM EST

I am very sad that Adam Sandler didn"t even get a mention for Reign Over Me. He was amazing and continues to be under rated>>>>

KJ Fri, Feb 1, 2008 at 11:29 PM EST

Worst Oscar snubs in my memory: Whoopie Goldberg in The Color Purple and Cher in Mask. Off topic I know, just always wanted someone to ask...

Marcus Fri, Feb 1, 2008 at 05:59 PM EST

One more thing...

- 3:10 to Yuma was snubbed
- Rescue Dawn was snubbed
- Into the Wild was seriously snubbed
- Enchanted is overrated (trust me)
- Glad Amy Adams did not get nom

- Oscar needs to remember more spring flicks (Talk to Me, Hairspray, Zodiac), because they aren't always crap.

Marcus Fri, Feb 1, 2008 at 05:49 PM EST

Wow! It seems like everyone has amnesia, becuase they've obviously forgotten Don Cheadle's extraordinary performance in Talk to Me. Also, Denzel Washington, Emile Hirsch, Steven Zahn, and (definitely) Christian Bale should've been recognized too. This is trifling.

stéphane Fri, Feb 1, 2008 at 09:10 AM EST

I believe
''Before the Devil's Knows your dead'' was (by far) the Best movie of the year! Philip S. Hoffman's THE BEST ACTOR IN THE WORLD RIGHT NOW!! He should I've got 2 nom (not OVERRATED C.Blanchet (what's the deal with HER)). And Marisa Tomei (once again) gave, in that same movie,
THE BEST SUPPORTING PERFORMANCE I'VE SEEN IN A LONG LONG TIME!! And what's the deal with the complete shut out of Into the Wild? It was way WAY superior to (Boring & Pretensious)
No Country for Old Man... The Cohen Brother's are now a caricature of what they use to be!

michelle. Thu, Jan 31, 2008 at 06:40 PM EST

sorry this was before oscar voters had sent their oscar ballots out.

michelle. Thu, Jan 31, 2008 at 06:39 PM EST

regarding the comment about denzel washington in training day winning over russell crowe for a beautiful mind.
russell crwoe was definitly the front runner but after winning the british oscar award he decked the award show director with a phone and threw him up against the wall among other things because the director cut him off during his acceptance speech during which he was reciting excerpts from a robert frost poem. this caused an uproar and though crowe publicly apologized the damage was done.and this was oscar voters had to have the choices mailed out. the consensus is that is why he lost.too much bad behaviour for the stiff upper crust oscar voters.

Q Wed, Jan 30, 2008 at 05:03 PM EST

How come Nikki Blonksy got no love for Hairspray? It wasn't the deepest, most intellectual movie ever, but her performance was awesome! I still can't stop the beat.

Dre Tue, Jan 29, 2008 at 01:18 PM EST

well first off: JAMES MCAVOY!!! i mean come on! and then theres Keira Knightley, one of her best prefromances to date! that also goes for Joe Wright!! Laura Linney?? ARE YOU KIDDING ME!!!!!

marion mcclinton Tue, Jan 29, 2008 at 04:08 AM EST

Sidney Lumet. One of the seven American Directors working today that matter in the history of the art form and working at the top of his game which is beyond what most directors an even dream about. Hall of Fame first ballot. No one works with actors better or more brilliantly. Man only knows why he wasn't nominated because God can't figure it out. A crime he hasn't won (I mean, John G. Avildson for 'Rocky'? Over Network!!! COME ON!!!). An American Master. Period.

pisces19 Mon, Jan 28, 2008 at 10:11 PM EST

I just watched Eastern Promises today, and I am even more convinced Viggo Mortensen shouldn't have been nominated. I really didn't find that Oscar worthy, not when compared with the INCREDIBLE performances by Christian Bale in 3:10 to Yuma and James McAvoy in Atonement. They were definitely snubbed. Again.

Luke Mon, Jan 28, 2008 at 08:18 PM EST

ZODIAC, ZODIAC, ZODIAC!!! I mean, seriously, that was the best film I've seen this year.

Overlooking Enchanted was bad as well.

And I'm so glad Ratatouille got a score nom. That music was freaking incredible!!

Beth Mon, Jan 28, 2008 at 04:41 PM EST

I used to live and die for the Oscars. But as I get older and they get lamer, I have lost my faith in them. I'm not saying this because of his untimely death, but the fact that Heath Ledger did not win for BBM sealed the deal for me. Old farts of the Academy need to start looking at things with a bit more open mind. Into the Wild had the most phenomenal music, not just for a movie, but anywhere this year!
They get people in their minds that they like and they nominate them no matter what they do, perfect example, CATE Blanchett.
Big snubs for Ben Foster, Christian Bale and the entire movie Into the Wild!

Beth Mon, Jan 28, 2008 at 04:41 PM EST

I used to live and die for the Oscars. But as I get older and they get lamer, I have lost my faith in them. I'm not saying this because of his untimely death, but the fact that Heath Ledger did not win for BBM sealed the deal for me. Old farts of the Academy need to start looking at things with a bit more open mind. Into the Wild had the most phenomenal music, not just for a movie, but anywhere this year!
They get people in their minds that they like and they nominate them no matter what they do, perfect example, CATE Blanchett.
Big snubs for Ben Foster, Christian Bale and the entire movie Into the Wild!

Karina Bambina Mon, Jan 28, 2008 at 03:29 PM EST

I can't believe it. The Oscar people are definitely crazy for subbing Into The Wild. It should have at least 3-4 nominations for various categories, including original music...the soundtrack is amazing. Eddie did a phenomenal job. I'm seriously disappointed.

Molly Mon, Jan 28, 2008 at 02:09 PM EST

I stopped believing the Oscars had any value when Russell Crowe didn't get one for Beautiful Mind. The Academy seems to have its own criteria for handing out Oscars, and it doesn't appear to have a lot to do with merit these days.

Josh Mon, Jan 28, 2008 at 01:10 PM EST

Into the Wild was snubbed for director, picture, cinematography, adapted screenplay, and original song (Eddie Vedder's soundtrack is amazing and very fitting to the movie)

I have seen Atonement and There Will Be Blood and they are NOT Oscar Worthy. Atonement was amazing for the 1st third and deserves best original score, but the last two thirds except for the ending is a borefest. Daniel Day Lewis uses bravado and creates a larger than life character just to prove to us he's as greedy and ruthless as he should be as an oil tycoon - subtlety would have made him much more dislikeable and would have been a much more impressive acting choice. He's becoming the new Al Pacino by overacting a role that does not require overacting. That Blood sountrack is immensely detracting to the movie as well.

Donna Mon, Jan 28, 2008 at 01:08 PM EST

I agree with Ben. 3:10 to Yuma was one of the best-acted films of the year. The audience was totally caught up in Christian Bale's character - no other actor's performance came close this year!

Also, for whatever it's worth, Russel Crowe still should have won for "A Beautiful Mind" svereal years ago. Denzel Washington is a terrific actor, but Russel's performance was better that year!

Ben Mon, Jan 28, 2008 at 01:51 AM EST

This was a great year for films so it's hard to say that anything was "snubbed" when it's more like there was just not enough room for everyone. However, one guy seems to be ignored every year even though he gives strong and poignant performances everytime out. This year Christian Bale had 2 parts that were Oscar worthy: 'Red Dawn' and '3:10 to Yuma'. His performance as the down- trodden and ballsy rancher Dan in 'Yuma' was brilliant. He played it with a quiet angst that made us feel his pain then stand up & cheer him for his courage. Bale even outshined the incredibly talented Russell Crowe who himself gave an Oscar worthy outing. 'Yuma' itself was in my opinion one of the best movies of the year. Top notch acting,(with other great performances from Ben Foster and from the kid who played Dan's son)directing, editing, production design, costumes and music. I know I'll have many cursing me out for saying this but as much as I enjoyed 'Juno', in my opinion 'Yuma' is the superior film.

KA Sun, Jan 27, 2008 at 07:42 PM EST

In defense of the acadamy, it was an exceptional year for film. But did The Simpsons Movie really get snubbed? It was delightful, and there were only three nominees. More tragic was Amy Adams' snub especially after her loss for Junebug. Likewise for Keira Knightley. Eastern Promises not nominated for best picture but Juno and Atonement were? There Will be Blood's haunting score overlooked while Michael Clayton, Ratatouille, etc. were nominated? I can't even remember what their scores were like. Cronenberg should have been nominated for Best Director, also.

Mary Fran Sun, Jan 27, 2008 at 05:49 PM EST

"Lars and the Real Girl"! Such a highly original gem of a film (akin to "The Full Monty" of years past). And did anyone in it NOT deserve an acting award!

wazzup Sat, Jan 26, 2008 at 10:47 PM EST

the academy is somewhat of a joke. For example, that girl from dreamgirls (Hudson) won an oscar. Give me a break. Its bad enough Bale has not even been nominated in his career. He is a great actor. Most of the people in the academy have shiit for brains.

Martin Sat, Jan 26, 2008 at 01:04 PM EST

WHERE ARE...

...Angelina Jolie for "A mighty heart"?
...James McAvoy for "Atonement"?
...Catherine Keener for "Into the wild"?
...and yet appear Emile Hirsc for "Into the wild" also? :(
and Helena Bonham Carter?
and the big one.. TIM BURTON?

Damn, every year the Academy forgive what people expect from it.

Jan Sat, Jan 26, 2008 at 10:07 AM EST

It's a shame that Frank Langella wasn't nominated for "Starting Out In the Evening". It was certainly the best performance of the year as far as I am concerned!

Michael Sat, Jan 26, 2008 at 12:00 AM EST

helena bonham carter so deserved at least a nomination for sweeney todd,, she was soooo good in it

pisces19 Fri, Jan 25, 2008 at 11:58 PM EST

Just have to say, I don't really get why Atonement got so many nods. It deserved the nods for original score, art direction, and costumes, which were all beautiful, but best picture? HARDLY. But even so, I AM surprised that James McAvoy was so obviously snubbed. How could you give a best picture nod to that movie without recognizing his performance? He was fantastic. Oscar is shown yet again to be political.

Jamie Fri, Jan 25, 2008 at 11:01 PM EST

I know it came out too early to be acknowledged by the Academy, but I thought Reign Over Me was amazing - as was Adam Sandler. When it first came out I thought for sure he'd get a nod.

Was frustrated that Hairspray didn't get anything. Atonement's director needed a nomination, as did Amy Adams for Enchantment. Also, any movie could have substituted for Clayton which I thought was unoriginal, confusing & predictable at the end.

Sean Fri, Jan 25, 2008 at 12:50 PM EST

With regard to both Eddie Vedder and Johnny Greenwood for their respective music contributions for Into the Wild and There Will Be Blood, the Academy takes the term "original" very seriously. Eddie wasn't nominated because most of his music were songs he composed previously and Johnny was overlooked because he sampled other music for his intricate score. While I agree with the Hairspray overlooks for best song, the nominationated works must have been specifically composed for the film, nothing else.

CaraC Fri, Jan 25, 2008 at 08:10 AM EST

While I can see that the love for Atonement is dropping I think that Joe Wright should have recieved at a nomination for his directing job. Atonement had some of the best classic direction that I have seen in a long time and I thought for sure he would have been set to win. The movie seemed very much like a director's direction with the long track shots and close-ups. I'm dissappointed to think that the very flat and boring directing for No Country For Old Men is going to have it over Atonement.

Bryan Larsen Fri, Jan 25, 2008 at 03:10 AM EST

I was upset over a less noticed category. This year I heard the best soundtrack since Schindler's List with Rescue Dawn by Klaus Badelt. Not only was he snubbed the Oscar nomination but the Golden Globe as well. This amazing composer made the pain of watching those last two Pirates movies bearable and made the great Rescue Dawn that much greater. Speaking of composer snubs Danny Elfman deserves far more nominations than the 3 he's had. In my humble opinion, Mr. Elfman is the most underappreciated overachieving composer today.

Patrick Doherty Thu, Jan 24, 2008 at 04:58 PM EST

La Vie en Rose should have been nominated for Best Picture -I can't imagine that she won't win for best actress. Into The Wild should have also received a nomination for best picture.

corinna Thu, Jan 24, 2008 at 04:01 PM EST

I was thrilled when I saw that "Once" was nominated for best original song. But scrolling through the nominations I saw that "Norbit" got a nod for best makeup. This means that "Once" and "Norbit" each recieved one Oscar nomination. What?! There's something rotten when Eddie Murphy donning a fat suit gets equal recognition to the most powerful rock movie of my generation.

Alex Thu, Jan 24, 2008 at 03:05 PM EST

I though The Great Debaters should have been nominated somewhere, it was terrific (way better than expected), but overall I am happy with the nominations. It's a shame that The Diving Bell and the Butterfly was ineligible in the Foreign Film Category, and I thought it might pick up a (deserved) Best Picture nom, but Julian Schnabel might win Best Director, so that would be consolation enough. Cate Blanchett was ok in Elizabeth, but the movie as a whole was not very good, so I'm surprised she got the nom. It should've gone to Helena Bonham Carter. Also, Emile Hirsch was snubbed, which was realy irrelevant, as Daniel Day-Lewis will win, no question. I would like to have seen Gordon Pinsent be nominated, but his subtlety was overshadowed by Julie Christie's. Finally, I really thought Romola Garai's Briony should have garnered as much attention as Saoirse Ronan's.

P.S. Props for the Academy honoring Once in the Best Original Song category. It should definitely win. That is all.

Ryan Thu, Jan 24, 2008 at 03:02 PM EST

3:10 to Yuma got the shaft hardcore. Much better film than Michael Clayton, which was just plain obvious.

Dave Thu, Jan 24, 2008 at 01:48 PM EST

Eddie Vedder got snubbed. How do you win a Golden Globe for best song in a movie (Guaranteed from Into the Wild) and not even receive a nomination.

MattyLynn Thu, Jan 24, 2008 at 12:27 PM EST

3:10 to Yuma was unfairly and completely overlooked. Bale deserved a best acting nod and Crowe could have also, but the biggest oversight by far was Ben Foster for supporting actor as the devoted and demented sidekick!

lucy Thu, Jan 24, 2008 at 12:20 PM EST

Don Cheadle in Talk to Me and Robert Downey, Jr. in Zodiac..

Declan Thu, Jan 24, 2008 at 10:51 AM EST

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly was robbed.

joesmom Thu, Jan 24, 2008 at 10:40 AM EST

Christian Bale and Russell Crowe were shafted. Tommy Lee Jones and Johnny Depp deserved to be nominated, but I'm still scratching my head with Atonement, which I found zzzzz-worthy. Enjoyed Sweeney Todd much better. Overall, I find the entire group of nominees flat and boring. Won't be watching this show, writers strike or not.

shawna Thu, Jan 24, 2008 at 10:01 AM EST

No Josh Brolin?!? Unacceptable.

trebekula Thu, Jan 24, 2008 at 03:58 AM EST

No Irfan Khan for Supporting Actor in The Namesake? His performance was my favorite of the year.

I need more Irfan!

Other snubs that really annoy me:

Amy Adams in Enchanted

Into the Wild - for several categories

Christina Thu, Jan 24, 2008 at 03:43 AM EST

It is absolutely absurd that Enchanted has three of the five Best Original Song nominations. When a film has that many, it rarely wins because votes are divided. I just can't figure out how they snubbed Hairspray in EVERY category? OK, I wasn't expecting any nominations in huge categories despite it being such a fun film that you can't watch without smiling, but no nomination for Best Original Song for "Come So Far (Got So Far To Go)" or "Ladie's Choice" is absurd. Both songs are better than anything in Enchanted, which I think its extremely overrated. Sure, it was cute, but it was no where near as great as people make it out to be. What a frustrating year... but then again, you KNOW it won't be a good show when freakin' Norbit got a nomination.

Matt Kelly Thu, Jan 24, 2008 at 12:21 AM EST

Frank Langella was excellent in "Starting Out in the Evening," as was Philip Seymour Hoffman in "Before the Devil Knows You're Dead" (an amazing year for Hoffman), but the 5 Best Actor nominees were just as good if not better. The category was simply too competitive this year.

Christian Bale was also excellent in "Rescue Dawn." He gets extra props for the physical punishment he endured. Co-star Steve Zahn was also a great surprise.

Samantha Morton for making something out of a thankless role in "Control." That film's gorgeous cinematography also deserves recognition.

"I'm Not There" deserves more than 1 nomination, "Zodiac" more than 0. Both were 2 of the best films of the year. I would've nominated them for direction, cinematography, screenplay, film editing, art direction and sound.

"Jesse James" should've been a Best Picture nominee. Pitt did his best work in it too. Also Heath Ledger for "I'm Not There" (not for sympathy - he was excellent but overshadowed by Cate Blanchett.)

Jennie Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 11:50 PM EST

I thought Into the Wild was the best movie I saw this year - incredibly moving. I'm stunned at no nominations for cinematography, adapted screenplay, actor (Emile Hirsch), director, and picture,and of course, at least one of Vedder's great songs. I left feeling uplifted instead of numb and exhausted like I have after seeing most of the nominees. Other snubs: Angelina for A Mighty Heart, Original Screenply for Waitress, Best Supporting for Paul Dano (There Will be Blood), Best Picture for Sweeney Todd, Best Director for Ben Affleck, Gone Baby Gone (you don't get those kind of performances without great direction - way to go, Ben!). And lastly, I think Juno is way over-rated and much preferred Knocked Up as the feel-good pregnancy movie of the year!

Tom Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 07:53 PM EST

I saw "Into the Wild" again yesterday with my 15 year old son, and he hasn't stopped talking about it. He learned more from that movie than he will probably learn this whole year in school. The movie gave us so much to talk about and helped this father teach his son many things. Facing fear, "happiness only real when shared" and on and on.

I am blown away that it wasn't nominated in the areas of direction, cinematography, actor, supporting actress, adapted screenplay, and a HUGE snub...Eddie Vedder's fantastic music which was a character all it's own, and which I have been listening to in my car for weeks.

I am very disappointed...I have lost total faith in the oscars as something that is real.

I will not pay any attention to this year's Oscars. I won't watch it, and I don't care about it at all. (well, except for Julie Christie. If she doesn't win, that would be a TOTAL crock!)

sunny Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 07:50 PM EST

I'm so sick of the Academy nominating the same people. Cate Blanchett - two awards - everytime she goes to the bathroom, they nominate her. She just yells and screams with that English accent of hers and they nominate her as Elizabeth.
What about Christian Bale - the guy is an acting genius and nada. 3:10 to Yuma and Rescue Dawn. Jennifer Garner should have been nominated for Juno. I think DD lewis is an acting genius, but give someone else a chance. No, Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe don't need to be nominated for everything. Heard Amy Adams was terrific, as was Into the Wild, directed by Sean Penn. So far, heard Michael Clayton was terrible, but its Clooney's time and i love him in everything. Thank God they didn't nominate Julia Roberts again! Not one of my favorites and just America's sweetheart. The academy loves - older people, English people with loud British accents, Russell Crowe, Meryl Streep...
When is Christian Bale going to win - these awards are a joke.

David Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 06:15 PM EST

I was/am/will continue to be very sad that Helena Bonham Carter is losing out on the much deserved Sweeney attention. She was the reason to keep watching. What a truly original take on such a famous character!

Where is James McAvoy for Atonement?? I was so happy to see the scene stealer Saoirse Ronan with a nomination.

Amy Adams?

Loved the songs in Enchanted but 3 is too extreme and will hurt the outcome- just like Dreamgirls' three songs last year.

Lydia Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 06:01 PM EST

I think everyone forgot about the movie "Talk to Me". It was fantastic and so were Don Cheadle and Chiwetel Ejiofor. I think it got lost amongst the summer blockbusters, but it was definitely the bestu movie I saw this summer.

To Cameron Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 03:23 PM EST

The score for There Will Be Blood was largely not original and was therefore ineligible for the Oscars. The Diving Bell and the Butterfly was not submitted for the Foreign Language Film category. So neither snub was really a snub. The Academy couldn't have voted for either in the categories you mentioned.

To Dave Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 02:39 PM EST

Thank goodness! I felt that I was the only one who saw that "Atonement" was not what it was cracked up to be.

Virginia Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 01:29 PM EST

I am disgusted and angered the darkly beautiful and haunting Sweeney Todd did not receive a DESERVED best picture nomination. Couldn't even believe it when the nominations came out. I've actually saved a few critical reviews because they were so beautifully written re this Tim Burton masterpiece, an adaptation much more difficult to successfully translate to screen than many. For years I've been less than impressed with the Oscars, and rarely watch the show - another year when the Academy has saved me the trouble. Kudos to the Golden Globes for acknowledging the fresh, different, and the deserving.

Cameron Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 01:25 PM EST

Johnny Greenwood's score for There Will Be Blood deserved the win, and as for the foreign film category how was The Diving Bell and the Butterfly overlooked for a nom? It's one of the most highly rated films of the year

Casey Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 01:23 PM EST

Although no one really cares about Best Song, but what about Eddie Vedder's contribution to "Into the Wild" or Michael Cera's and Ellen Page's rendition of that folk song in "Juno"? Instead, you get three songs from "Enchanted"? What's up with that?

Janie Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 01:21 PM EST

James McAvoy was totally snubbed but his time will come. The only reason that movie is so heartbreaking is that you're rooting for Robbie to prevail.
And though I never expected it, I always thought it was a shame that Josh Brolin has gotten nothing for No Country. I thought he was every bit as good as Bardem.

Rebecca Lamey Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 01:16 PM EST

I know that no one pays much attention to the Makeup category, but I was hoping to see "Sweeney Todd" there. I thought that Johnny Depp's face alone was a freaking work of art. And they nominated "Norbit" instead?!?!

Robb Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 12:48 PM EST

Best Actor Performance of the year was Gordon Pinsent in Away From Her. The incredible subtlety of his emotions as the husband losing his wife a little at a time to Alzheimers was a heartbreaking performance that should have been recognized as exceptional by the Academy and EW.

Daniel Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 11:58 AM EST

I really think that Jennifer Garner deserved a nomination for "Juno." I think that she showed great depth and range. Dillion Freasier as HW in "There Will Be Blood" was great. And, another child actor that should have been nominated is Ed Sanders as Toby in "Sweeney Todd." He steals the film--amazing.

Matt Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 11:56 AM EST

Best Original Song: "Guaranteed" by Eddie Vedder from Into the Wild.

me Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 11:54 AM EST

Totally agree! Breach was left out. What a great movie.
I love to watch the award shows that feature set design, lighting, camera, stunts, set design and so on-these people do allot of the real work to make a movie what it is

james Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 11:26 AM EST

Paul Dano for best supporting actor in "There Will Be Blood", Adrienne Shelly for original screenplay for "Waitress"... these were huge snubs!

Cristobal Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 10:47 AM EST

The Sex Doll from "Lars and the Real Girl" gave a better performance than Cate Blanchett in "Elizabeth: The Golden Age". I totally agree with Chris Cooper for "Breach". It was forgotten. I remember right when it was just released in theaters all the critics were praising his menacing turn as Oscar Worthy, and A Sure Nomination. What a shame. It would have been a different story had the movie's theatrical release date been several months later, and the DVD release be in mid november or early december. The editing might have even been nominated then too.

Dave Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 10:28 AM EST

Atonement is the single most over-rated piece of cinematic garbage to be nominated for anything in a long, long time. The Academy voters have no clothes! At least Juno and Ellen Page were nominated. I think they'll both (and SHOULD both) win.

Miranda Hester Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 09:58 AM EST

Someone mentioned the non-inclusion of "Once" and other musicals in the score because of previous releases of material. I think that there could be an issue with some, like "Once", because so much of the music is actually song. Plus, a lot of the songs from "Once" were actually written for the movie and then released on "The Swell Season" (or something like that). They were written for the movie and hadn't come from any other source before the movie was made, hence they're original.

As for Helena Bonham Carter's lack of nomination, first she is a frequently snubbed person so is it any surprise that she wasn't nominated? Also, since the role was part acting and part singing and she wasn't so great with the singing.....

steve g Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 09:42 AM EST

am i the only one who is going to mention ben affleck for director and that gone baby gone was one of the best pictures of the year...

Pelle Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 08:53 AM EST

Why not bring back the Best Adapted Score category? The scores for "Once" "Hairspray," and "There Will Be Blood," were all deemed ineligible for the Best Original Score because they contained previously released selections. They used to give an Oscar for Best Adapted Score - "All That Jazz" and "Barry Lyndon" were past winners - apparently, they discontinued the category in 1980. Given the criticisms over the exclusion of "Once," "There Might be Blood," and "Hairspray" - I think it's time to bring it back!

Charlene Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 07:40 AM EST

I am rather disappointed that Tim Burton did not receive best director and that Helena Boham Carter did not receive best actress. Sweeney Todd, although not a movie I would typically something I would enjoy was incredibley done. I am glad that Johnny Depp did receive best actor. I still think that the rest of his cast and director were seriously overlooked

Melody Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 07:06 AM EST

Gordon Pinsent -- 'husband' in Away From Her.

Cam Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 06:34 AM EST

I enjoyed the vid Hiawatha.

cecilia Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 03:19 AM EST

Well,I'm disappointed by some snubs but can't say I'm surprised.
Looking at the lists of the previous awards,I knew Into the wild,Zodiac,Before the devil knows you're dead would be overlooked.Same for Keri Russell and Bale.
But I kept hoping that Into the wild would at least get some love for its music!!!Did the members even listen to Eddie Vedder's score???

Rhaine Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 03:17 AM EST

How could "300" been so over-looked in the visual effects category?? Only 3 pictures were nominated! They were not close to the visual beauty that Zach Taylor gave us. Once again, the Academy forgets those early films released in the first part of a year. I recall only one movie raking in the oscars where it was released early in the year....Silence of the Lambs...and I believe it was because it was released on dvd around the holidays, which helped freshen people's memories of this film. 300 was imprinted on our brains, but maybe released on video just too soon. What a shame Hollywood, what a visual masterpiece you passed up....as usual.

Kyle Jones Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 02:54 AM EST

Helen Bonham Carter Was amazing in Sweeney Todd.. BUT.. JENNIFER GARNER's performance.. even though it was small, it was powerful.. she was snubbed.... And a part of me thought it would be cute if Nikki Blonksy from Hairspray would have pulled out a nomination..

Kyle Jones Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 02:54 AM EST

Helen Bonham Carter Was amazing in Sweeney Todd.. BUT.. JENNIFER GARNER's performance.. even though it was small, it was powerful.. she was snubbed.... And a part of me thought it would be cute if Nikki Blonksy from Hairspray would have pulled out a nomination..

thevisitor Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 02:46 AM EST

My snub list:

BEST PICTURE: Across the Universe, The Kite Runner, Dan in Real Life (Hey. I thought it was better than Juno.)

BEST ACTOR: James McAvoy (Atonement)

BEST ACTRESS: Keira Knightley (Atonement), Julie Delpy (2 Days in Paris), Keri Russell (Waitress)

BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR: Irrfan Khan (Namesake)

BEST DIRECTOR: Joe Wright (Atonement), Julie Taymor (Across the Universe)

I hope Atonement wins for Best Picture although I have a feeling Michael Clayton will win because No Country for Old Men and There Will Be Blood will split votes. (Juno isn't in the same league as the other nominees.)

JenS Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 01:52 AM EST

I also would like to say that it is nice to see so much support for Tim Burton and his work on this board. Obviously most people recognize him as a wonderful director, except for the Academy, who as usual, only vote for the same kind of films and nothing new and innovated (except for 'Titanic' and 'The Departed'). Again, I hope Tim does get an Oscar someday, but if he doesn't atleast we know he has plenty of fans who do appreciate his work.

Brad Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 01:43 AM EST

Johnny Greenwood's score for There Will Be Blood was deemed ineligible beause it contained previous recorded materials. The biggest snubs for me were things that wouldn't ever be on Oscar's radar in the first place. I wish they'd be more embracing of foreign performances, though, even by having their annual token foreign nominee, it's a step in the right direction. With so many critics groups coming along and annointing the front runners early, I think it sort of taints the race a bit more these days. Fewer surprises now.

shiloh Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 01:40 AM EST

Hairspray - Nikki Blonsky, John Travolta, costumes, etc. Travesty this wasn't nominated. Also La Vie En Rose for best film or best foreign.

JenS Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 01:27 AM EST

This year is one heck of a disappointment for Oscar nominations. I was so sure this was the year for Tim Burton. He is an amazing director who always gets overlooked by the Academy. I know one of these days he will get his Oscar that he so deserves, but I really hoped it would be this time. Another disappointment was that 'Sweeney Todd' was snubbed for Best Picture and that Helena was overlooked for Best Actress. She is a very good actress and actually can sing very well. I am glad that Johnny got his nomination and I hope the Academy will look at his amazing performance a little closer, which may be hard since Daniel Day Lewis is really good as well, but he already won an Oscar so give it to Johnny this time. Besides 'Sweeney Todd' getting shafted I think that it was shocking not to see 'The Simpsons Movie' in the Best Animated Film category. How in the world did 'Surfs Up' make it anyways. I didn't hear much about it when it came to the theatre so why now?

Jennifer Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 12:28 AM EST

luv the video Hiawatha. I've read the book and now I want to see the movie!! I live in small town Indiana, but when I get to Indy, I'm there.

Christa Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 12:10 AM EST

Where on *Earth* is THE WIND THAT SHAKES THE BARLEY?! This film was the 2006 Palme d'Or winner at Cannes...that should be good enough for Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best Screenplay, and Best Director nominations. At the very least.

Paul Lanner Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 12:06 AM EST

Paul Dano in "There Will Be Blood" - he held his own against the powerhouse of Daniel Day-Lewis.

Scott Wed, Jan 23, 2008 at 12:04 AM EST

Helena Bonham Carter - HELLO!!! If you saw her you would have nominated her...that academy is so out there. Why do they always nominate unknown, unseen, boring flicks and actors. UGH

Rahul Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 11:59 PM EST

It's disappointing to think that 'Michael Clayton' doesn't have a shot at Best Picture just because it's not nominated for editing.
I thought 'Before the Devil Knows You're Dead' deserved an Original Screenplay nom at least.

Hiawatha Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 11:55 PM EST

Heed the warning: there are spoilers for. (for Atonement Apologize at you tube). I'm such a sucker for music videos made from good movies. The movie deserved its nominations. And Beowulf should have been nominated for animation.

Hiawatha Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 11:44 PM EST

Go to You Tube and search for: Atonement Apologize. Excellent video.

Ken A. Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 11:40 PM EST

What the heck happened to "Into The Wild", truly the best film i saw last year?...nominations deserved for picture, actor, supp. actor & actress, director, screenplay, and cinematography. These omissions, above all others, really tick me off. While I'm at it, what about "Waitress", "The Kite Runner" and "Once"? All of these deserved some recognition.

Horshack Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 11:30 PM EST

How in God's Green Earth did "The Simpsons Movie" not garnish a nomination???? I understand with Persepolis and Ratatouille, but to include "Surf's Up" as a movie worth an Oscar nod is ludicrous. I would rather nominate "Family Guy".

Also, what's up with the overzealous love for "Enchanted" songs. You pick the best one & go with it. There are many other deserving original songs to choose -- Walk Hard and the Eddie Vedder song from "Into the Wild" are prime examples.

These are pathetic oversights & manage to taint the nominations.

elliott Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 11:28 PM EST

Let's see
Ryan Gosling- Lars and the Real Girl
John Travolta- Hairspray
Waitress, for anything
Zodiac, for anything( I knew this movie was doomed for no Oscar love when it came out in March!)
Jennifer Garner - Juno

bridget Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 11:27 PM EST

James McAvoy for Atonement, Mattheiu Almaric from Diving Bell and The Butterfly, Johnny Greenwood and Paul Dano for There Will Be Blood, Phillip Bosco for The Savages.

Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 11:24 PM EST

Amy Adams- Enchanted
Simpsons Movie- Best Animated Pic
JK Simmons- Juno
The kids in Kite Runner

steph Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 11:18 PM EST

Amy Adams in Enchanted, James McAvoy in Atonement, Joe Wright for Atonement, Across the Universe for Art Direction or Visual or something other than just costumes!

lily Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 11:13 PM EST

so surprised that james mcavoy and angelina jolie got snubbed this year. having just watched atonement and a mighty heart, james mcavoy owned atonement and angelina was not angelina anymore, she's mariane.

and for not having sweeney tood as best movie and tim burton as best director - that's a huge no-no.

perhaps the writers are right in boycotting. let's just boycott oscar altogether. i hate to say this, i love george clooney, but i do believe he's becoming too political for his own good. and that reflected on the oscar nominations this year.

Zach Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 11:07 PM EST

People, the score from There Will Be Blood by Johnny Greenwood was disqualified yesterday (too unoriginal).

Alan Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 11:05 PM EST

I wasn't really expecting, but I wish one of the potential female directing nominees (Sarah Polley, Tamara Jenkins, or Susannah Bier) would have captured a nod. Also, it's already been discussed to death, but a nod for 4 months, 3 weeks, and 2 days would've been great. I'm Not There was actually my favourite movie of the year, but I didn't really think it had a shot, though I thought there might've been potential for an editing nod. As for Keira Knightley, as much as she brought some good old fashioned glamour to her role, she really wasn't in it all that much, and she didn't really have any big scenes. I thought Romola Garai was great, as was James McAvoy, both of whom of course were snubbed. I think if Lionsgate had pushed for Gordon Pinsent in Supporting, he might have come away with a nod, too. And Hairspray should have gotten more attention. Otherwise, I'm quite content with the nominations this year.

Jimmy Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 11:03 PM EST

Adrienne Shelly for waitress, th ebiggest snub imo was helena bonham carter and amy adams for best actress, both of them deserved it more than laura liney although it was nice to see a surprise nomination. oh and tim burton for sweeny todd

Jimmy Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 11:03 PM EST

Adrienne Shelly for waitress, th ebiggest snub imo was helena bonham carter and amy adams for best actress, both of them deserved it more than laura liney although it was nice to see a surprise nomination. oh and tim burton for sweeny todd

J.Me Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 10:59 PM EST

Vanessa Redgrave's performance in "Atonement" was pitch perfect, even it was a breif 6 minutes or so. The revelation at the the end made me gasp and brought a tear to my eye. The movie rides on her scenes.

Marcos Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 10:48 PM EST

Helena Bonham Carter in "Sweeney Todd" had to be one of the most memorable incarnations this year. Doing a different take on a character so memorably played by Angela Lansbury, she has achieved in making Mrs. Lovett one of the most morally ambigious characters this year.

Mark Newman Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 10:31 PM EST

A number of people have complained that Eddie Vedder should have been nominated for Hard Sun in the Best Original Song category. Unfortunately, it's not original. The song was a minor radio hit 18 years ago for Gordon Peterson, performing under the band name of Indio.

Becky Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 10:12 PM EST

Angelina Jolie for her role in "A Mighty Heart"!!!!

grey Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 10:00 PM EST

Molly Shannon in Year of the Dog.

paul Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 09:55 PM EST

It is stunning to me that the amazing score for There Will be Blood was overlooked. Its approach is completley new and anachronistic. It was the mirror into the soul of the characters. In the acting categories I would have loved to have seen Keri Russell nominated for Waitress. What a fresh performance. I was thrilled to see Tommy Lee Jones nominated for In the Valley of Elah. In the film category I think time will prove Sweeney Todd a classic, as well as the heartbreakingly overlooked Zodiac. Atonement, really? I would have also liked to have seen Tim Burton recognized in the direction category.

Theo Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 09:49 PM EST

animated-seriously Surf's up? instead of the simpsons movie? I did like the nom for Persepolis though. Nice academy.
song-so many snubs! A strong year for music that you snubbed! sweeney todd, walk hard, hairspray, and lots of others! but let's nominate enchanted! a movie I am sick of! and jonny greenwood of course. you missed him too.
biggest snub-the best performance of the year didn't even get nominated-PAUL DANO!!!! why why!

d Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 09:30 PM EST

jennifer garner in juno, adrienne shelly, josh brolin in no country for old men (he anchored the best movie of the year, in my opinion), paul dano in there will be blood, amy adams and into the wild (picture, best actor, best director. oh, and helena bonham carter (ST) and nicole kidman for margot at the wedding. i never saw a mighty heart, and was opposed to angelina jolie being cast as the part, but the comments below have convinced me to see it.

d Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 09:30 PM EST

jennifer garner in juno, adrienne shelly, josh brolin in no country for old men (he anchored the best movie of the year, in my opinion), paul dano in there will be blood, amy adams and into the wild (picture, best actor, best director. oh, and helena bonham carter (ST) and nicole kidman for margot at the wedding. i never saw a mighty heart, and was opposed to angelina jolie being cast as the part, but the comments below have convinced me to see it.

liz Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 09:25 PM EST

"4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days" in the Foreign category - hello!!!!!!!

Cory Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 09:21 PM EST

Ok, let me tell you why Juno got nominated for best picture. It was original, emotional, refreshing, and relevant. It deserves every nomination it receives and it's great to see a comedy even be considered, especially with the frivolous and overrated Oscar bait such as "Atonement" and "I'm not there" vying to steal nominations.
I was most disappointed that Jonny Greenwood was not nominated for best original score, as well as Eddie Vedder's lack of representation for "Into the Wild". I don't know what the academy's problem is with rock n' roll, especially since past oscar winners include Eminem and Three Six Mafia ("It's hard out here for a pimp...please!"). Also Micheal Clayton for Best Picture. Don't get me wrong, it was a good movie, but it wasn't best picture good especially when movie's like "Into the Wild" and "Sweeney Todd" got left off.

Sean Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 09:15 PM EST

The Simpsons Movie for Best Animated Film. It was dumb, wrong on so many levels, and still hilarious. It culminates one of the greatest shows of all-time, and although it might not be as good or deserving for a win as Ratatouille, it deserves a nod.

Raz Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 09:09 PM EST

I agree with Librarygal - Andy Griffith for best supporting actor in Waitress.

Callie Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 09:08 PM EST

Enchanted gets three (THREE!) Best Song nominations, and Once gets only one? Ridiculous.

cloud strife Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 09:06 PM EST

Shrek 3 and Beowulf for Best Animated Movie.

Pelle Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 09:05 PM EST

I was disappointed that "Before the Devil Knows You're Dead" was shut out. Ethan Hawke was simply amazing in that film; ditto Phillip Seymour Hoffman. I would have included "Sweeny Todd" over "Michael Clayton," a good but not great movie. I think "Waitress" also was snubbed - Andy Griffith at least deserved a nod. The cinematograpy in "Into the Wild" and "Once" were overlooked; ditto Amy Adams. The biggest snub of all though had to be the slight of Jonny Greenwood for "There Will be Blood." How can you think about the movie without remembering the amazing, original score? Can some justify to me how the score of "Michael Clayton" deserved a nom over Greenwood's brilliance? I can't even remember the score of "Michael Clayton." Paul Dano was also ignored - but not as unfairly as Greenwood.

Alex B Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 09:04 PM EST

OK, WTF is going on with the Foreign Language and Animated Picture nominees!? None of the FLP nominees were as big as "Lust, Caution", "The Diving Bell...", "The Orphanage" and "4M, 3W, and 2D" (or whatever that Romanian title is)! I'm happy small movies are getting nods, but the list is very week.

Also, where are the nods for Eddie Vedder, Shakira, Nick Cave and Jonny Greenwood for the Music categories? Bad Academy, bad!!!

Anna Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 09:03 PM EST

Emile Hirsch was so incredible in Into the Wild. He should have gotten a Best Actor nod without doubt. So upsetting. I think he did more on the screen then almost any other performance this year.

Anna Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 09:01 PM EST

Emile Hirsch was so incredible in Into the Wild. He should have gotten a Best Actor nod without doubt. So upsetting. I think he did more on the screen then almost any other performance this year.

Chris Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 08:51 PM EST

Amy Adams and Keira Knightly should have gotten nominations.

philly gal Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 08:50 PM EST

"Pop! Goes My Heart" was a real snub. And it would have been a nifty performance as well.

Miles Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 08:47 PM EST

The worst for me was Jonny Greenwood getting snubbed for Best Original Score for "There Will Be Blood". That's a crime. He deserved it more than any of the nominees. Eddie Vedder should've gotten a Best Original Song nomination for "Into the Wild" too, and Sean Penn should've been nominated for Best Director over Jason Reitman, whose undeserved nomination is further proof that "Juno" is one of the most grossly overrated movies in years. I am glad that "Michael Clayton" got some decent nominations though.

Jody Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 08:45 PM EST

Angelina Jolie should have been nominated for A Mighty Heart. Although the film wasn't a commercial hit, her performance was exquisite and powerful. If you haven't seen it yet, rent it. You'll want to champion Marianne Pearl's efforts.

LaQuion'est Williams-Hightower Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 08:35 PM EST

Definitely Jonah Hill! He made you believe that he was still a teenage virgin on the brink of liquor-store thieving. Go boy!

will Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 08:31 PM EST

1. Nobody thought Keira Knightley was going to get nominated. If you did, you're full of crap.


2. Into the Wild was a good movie despite of Sean Penn's over direction

Tom Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 08:31 PM EST

I think Zodiac was just an amazing movie, both for performances and production. Would loved to have seen it nominated for something.

I also would have liked to have seen a mention for Joseph Gordon-Levitt from THE LOOKOUT. It was an amazing performance of a character who has to learn to deal wtih the consequences of a tragic accident that left him brain damaged and his life permanently altered. Check out the scene while he is driving and remembers the accident -- simply amazing work.

Both of these movies came out too early in the year, I guess for anyone to even remember them. I dont remember seeing either one mentioned in the build up to the noms this morning.

Amanda Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 08:23 PM EST

RYAN GOSLING turned LARS AND THE REAL GIRL into a movie that anyone would love. And given the (let's face it) ridiculous premise, his performance is just that much more Oscar-worthy.

Alexandra Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 08:16 PM EST

James McAvoy and Joe Wright for Atonement! They both did a beautiful job capturing the beauty and emotion of McEwan's novel. James McAvoy is one of the most underrated actors out there today.

dh Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 08:07 PM EST

Zodiac!!!! Intense and well acted, directed and written.

Julia Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 08:03 PM EST

Sweeney Todd got robbed of a best picture and best director nomination

Dave Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:55 PM EST

Did anyone here besides maybe 3 people even see Eastern Promises??? It's the best by a mile! What's wrong with everyone!

Bob Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:51 PM EST

Surprised that "Before the Devil Knows You're Dead" was not included for Best Picture. Too limited release and too edgy, I suppose.

Geni Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:51 PM EST

No Best Song nod for Eddie Vedder's beautiful work for Into the Wild? Lame! I'm also shocked that Waitress was stiffed in the Screenplay category; it was a slight tale, but nicely done. However, I think the biggest snub was to Eastern Promises - no nod for Best Makeup? For all that incredible work they did creating those temporary tattoos, which were convincing enough to scare the hell out of people who knew what they meant?

JOE Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:48 PM EST

James McEvoy snub was just not fair, and specially when the academy ignored him for last year in The Last King of Scothland, also for letting out Hairspray in the best supporting actor, art direction and music. Music Within great movie and specially great perfonmances, it seems the academy always goes honoring the same actors

witchwoman Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:37 PM EST

Ok..getting ready to duck. I loved Will Smith in I am Legend. I thought he gave an Oscar caliber performance but as we all know scifi hardly ever gets taken seriously. And ok, the ending sucked and he was acting opposite a dog.. I know I know. But he was terrific!

Josh B Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:34 PM EST

BOURNE ULTIMATUM AND ONCE FOR BEST PICTURE.

Owen Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:34 PM EST

Sweeney Todd for best picture (over Michael Clayton), director (over Tony Gilroy), and adapted screenplay (over The Diving Bell and the Butterfly).

And definitely Amy Adams for best actress over Cate Blanchett. Though how sad would it be to lose the Oscar for the same character twice?

Owen Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:33 PM EST

Sweeney Todd for best picture (over Michael Clayton), director (over Tony Gilroy), and adapted screenplay (over The Diving Bell and the Butterfly.

And definitely Amy Adams for best actress over Cate Blanchett. Though how sad would it be to lose the Oscar for the same character twice?

Carrie Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:33 PM EST

AND HOW DID I FORGET ABOUT TIM BURTON!!!

Carrie Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:30 PM EST

Helena Bonham Carter was definitely overlooked. Juno didn't deserve that many nominations, can anyone say overrated?
And what the heck happened to Paul Dano in There Will Be Blood? He played a role completely different from that in Little Miss Sunshine, and he did it so well I was left disturbed for a good period of the movie.

Nunnya Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:26 PM EST

One more... The Orphanage was ROBBED!!!!! Should have been a front runner for Best Foreign Language Film.

Nunnya Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:18 PM EST

Kerri Russell for Best Actress for The Waitress and Adrienne Shelly for the screen play.

I also liked Josh Brolin in No Country. Bardem was so amazing!

Todd Reynard Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:18 PM EST

Ratatouille for Best Picture, Christian Bale for Rescue Dawn, Josh Brolin for No Country for Old Men, Amy Adams for Enchanted, Philip Seymour Hoffman for Before the Devil Knows Your Dead and The Savages, James McAvoy for Atonement, Jason Bateman and Michael Cera for Juno, and Keri Russel for Waitress.

Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:14 PM EST

Bourne Ultimatum should be in there for best picture! Didn't see a more amazing movie all year

Toby Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:14 PM EST

I read in the Los Angeles Time movie ads that Diving Bell & Butterfly wasn't eligible for foreign film....they had For Your Consideration status in the Best Picture category. I just saw it on Sunday, and it is a crime that it wasn't nominated for Picture and Supporting Actor (Max von Sydow).

Bryan Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:12 PM EST

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly not being nominated for Best Foriegn Film could be the biggest snub of the Oscars. Considering how well it did in every other category.

Kevinn Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:09 PM EST

Rich come so far was written for the film

Hyperbole Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:04 PM EST

Christian Bale is the greatest actor in history? LOL!

Crepuscolo Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:04 PM EST

No "sad," you're not the only one who thought No Country was just decent. Man, I just don't understand the immense amount of praise being heaped on this movie, or Javier Bardem. They're both good for sure, but not as good as people are making them out to be. Very glad Viggo and Johnny got nominated though.

neil Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:03 PM EST

agreed, very insulting that christian bale didn't get nominated greatest actor in history

sl Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 07:00 PM EST

Ryan Gosling (Lars and the Real Girl), Keira Knightly (Atonement), James Mcavoy (Atonement) are all missing. So are supporting nods for the Juno cast - Michael Cera, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman.

alex Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:54 PM EST

no christian bale?? how ridiculous... rescue dawn? 310 to yuma? damn them, sorry but it really gets me upset, he's a great actor and needs oscar regocnition!!

Toby Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:54 PM EST

Agree with you, M...but then, I love all things Atonement. The two movies I just didn't get this year were Michael Clayton and even more so, I'm Not There...2 hours of my life Owen Gleiberman owes me...not to mention $14 for the tickets....the popcorn was delicious, so I'll cut him a break there.

sad Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:53 PM EST

The pass on Eddie Vedder for his into the wild soundtrack was headache inducing. glad about There Will be Blood, it was amazing, in a you-wont-ever-want-to-see-it-again sort of way. but am I the only one who will admit No country was just decent? I don't like Sean Penn, so his Jerk attitude probably worked against him. Into the wild was better than any of the best pic nods (although at times totally unrealistic, have those people ever actually hunted before?) so I hope Penn gets it and drops the god complex (just try watching an interview with the guy) so his incredible talent can be appreciated. And Sweeney Todd was Tim Burton's finest moment. Atonement had a great first twenty minutes, if you exclude the needles-in-my-ears soundtrack. and Knightly needs to retire and enter a profession where she doesn't need to exploit her looks for merit. Has she ever been any character other than Keira Knightly? and 3 10 to yuma was awful cheese

M Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:46 PM EST

Joe Wright deserved a nom for directing Atonement--he should have gotten one for that tracking shot alone! Seriously, are Michael Clayton and Juno really better examples of excellent direction?

toby Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:46 PM EST

Totally agree with you on Waitress...Adrienne Shelley's tragic story notwithstanding, I think if Juno (another film I LOVED) and Waitress's release dates would have been flipped, Waitress would have gotten the nods in the same categories. Keri Russell was transcendent, but since she's not a factor, here's hoping Ellen Page wins.

Cordelia Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:43 PM EST

Keri Russell for "Waitress"! That was a role that easily could have been played as whiny, bitter, or a self-indulgent home-wrecker, but Russell managed to avoid all of those cliches and make her character unique, likeable, and gutsy. Shame on the Academy for ignoring her performance! And for ignoring the screenwriter of "Waitress" too!

Toby Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:40 PM EST

While I was thrilled to see Saoirse Ronan get a supporting nod, I'm surprised not many critics picked up on Romola Garai's performance as the adult Briony....if you read the book, and by all means, if you love the movie, you MUST read the book, you know that Garai is the actor who most embodied the character as it was originally written.

Bethany Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:40 PM EST

Yes, I know that. Come so far (Got so far to go) should have been nominated. It was great.

Rich Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:37 PM EST

Bethany, I just don't think Hairspray had a strong chance of scoring a Best Picture nod. If Oscar was gonna nominate a musical, they would've gone with Sweeney Todd.

Also, remember all the songs from the musical are ineligible for Best Original Song. Just the new songs written specifically for the film.

Toby Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:35 PM EST

oh yeah, just remembered...Josh Brolin...and it bears repeating...the best acting performance of the year was Christian Bale in YUMA

Rich Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:32 PM EST

What else... Anuhea, you thought Control was gonna beat out Michael Clayton for Best Picture??? And you realize George Clooney didn't direct the film either, right?

I'm not sure why Jonny Greenwood's amazing score was deemed ineligible. Most of the music from "Once" had appeared before the film and that's why you only saw its one (welcome) nod. But Oscar's diss of Into The Wild shouldn't have extended as far as Eddie Vedder, he really deserved a Best Original Song nom.

Glad someone pointed out that "The Lives Of Others" won last year. Beat out Pan's Labryinth as I recall.

Katie Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:29 PM EST

Zodiac was one of the best crafted pictures of the year, by far.
I would have loved to see both Ryan Gosling and Emily Mortimer recognized for Lars and the Real Girl.
And I think it's too bad that Juno's momentum wasn't enough to propel Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman, and J.K. Simmons to nods - all were fabulous in their roles.

Bethany Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:28 PM EST

Rich, I wasn't basing my Oscar thoughts on the Golden Globes.

Hairspray was critically acclaimed (all the critics loved it) and had originality in their songs. Their costumes were great.

Rich Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:25 PM EST

These noms were about what everyone expected. Nice to see Tommy Lee Jones get some love, shame Into The Wild got overlooked. I agree with those who wish Zodiac, Rescue Dawn, and Eastern Promises deserved more attention, but their respective studios didn't campaign for them. (It's actually a nice surprise that Viggo got the Best Actor nom.)

Those of you who thought Hairspray would get major awards need to stop basing your Oscar predictions off the Golden Globes. Ditto American Gangster... That was an early front-runner that started fading badly in the last month. As for Ratatouille, it'll get the consolation "Best Animated Film" Oscar.

creativkook Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:25 PM EST

What about James McAvoy and Keira Knightley for Atonement? I thought they both did fantastic jobs! Keira was better in Atonement than in P&P if you ask me.

Lynne Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:20 PM EST

What about Josh Brolin in No Country for Old Men...a fantastic job he did.
AND I also loved 3:10 to YUMA..the excellent performance of Christian Bale ..who deserved a supporting actor nod.

Katie Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:17 PM EST

No Into the Wild?!?!?!?!? definitely the biggest snub! it deserved picture, director, actor, screenplay and score definitely!
I was also really pulling for Amy Adams, but not surprised, at least Ellen Page got a nom

Toby Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:17 PM EST

Keri Russell in Waitress, the movie itself, Angelina Jolie...that wasn't acting...she WAS the character...Max Von Sydow in The Diving Bell and the Butterfly...and the best acting performance of the year--Christian Bale in 3:10 to Yuma (he could have fit perfectly into either Lead or Supporting category). Oh yeah, and Bee Movie....surfing penguins?!?

TO CLP Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:11 PM EST

"Lives of Others" won Best Foreign Film at last year's Oscars.

Todd Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:08 PM EST

I agree about "Waitress" and "Hairspray." Those two were completely ignored.

Bethany Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:08 PM EST

I agree that Hairspray shouldn't have been completely snubbed. I mean..No best original song?? Come on....or best costumes? That went to NORBIT?? Seriously now...

Helena Bonham Carter definitely deserved a nom, as did Tim Burton.

Juno is overrated. I have felt that way since I saw it..and kids don't talk like that..I should know, I am a teen. lol

kellie Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:02 PM EST

I think Into the Wild was one of the best movies this year. It definitely deserved a best pic nomination and at least a nomination for it's amazing soundtrack produced by Eddie Vedder. If you haven't seen it, you should get going.

katie d Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 06:02 PM EST

Gone Baby Gone was not given enough credit. It was without a doubt one of the most excellent films of the season. Thankfully Amy Ryan was recognized she was just top notch. Interesting that Ronan was nominated for her performance but neither Knightley nor McAvoy were. In my opinion their performances were equally strong.
And last of all, Hairspray should NOT have been nominated for Best Picture, Best Actor, or any such categpries for a very simple reason. That movie, although entertaining, is NOT a high quality film. It has no longevity, the acting is par, and the transfer from stage to film unimaginative. Sweeney Todd took a wondrful musical and made it a wonder film, Hairspray just took a great musical, added John Travolta and called it a day. Anyone who thinks that movie deserved serious Oscar nods, thinks it was snubbed, is mad.

DanOregon Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:58 PM EST

People leave Atonement disappointed because the movie is as much of a fraud as the one it portrays.
Glad to see Hal Holbrook get a nomination but Into The Wild deserved mmore. Wish Zodiac received more attentional and at least Once got a song nom.

Rachel Iselin Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:49 PM EST

I think that Chris Cooper from "Breach" should have been nominated for Best Actor. When the movie came out everyone said that, but all of a sudden he was forgotten.

Sara Gates Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:41 PM EST

It would have been touching to see Adrienne Shelley receive a writing nomination for Waitress, especially after her tragic death. Not that it isn't deserved regardless. Still, it is refreshing to see three women out of the five nominees for Original Screenplay!

CLP Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:40 PM EST

I agree on Black Book. That film was definitely snubbed in the foreign film category if not a Best Picture contender. Another foreign entry, The Lives of Others certainly should have been considered.

Daniel Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:40 PM EST

The Assassination Of Jesse James By The Coward Robert Ford.

Meghan Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:37 PM EST

Keira Knightley and James McAvoy were prefect in Atonement. They should have gotten acting noms. And Joe Wright put Atonement together so perfectly, he really really deserved a best director nod. Such a shame.

katie Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:28 PM EST

Nikki Blonsky, John Travolta, Adam Shankman: Hairspray. Kerri Russell: Waitress.
Amy Adams: Enchanted.

Librarygal Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:24 PM EST

I was really hoping to see Andy Griffith get a Supporting Actor nomination for Waitress. His scenes with Keri Russell were the best part of the movie.

cc Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:22 PM EST

Tim Burton for director and James Mcavoy for Atonement

Mark Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:21 PM EST

Jennifer Garner. Hands down.

Raven_Moon Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:20 PM EST

I thought Tim Burton deserved a best director nomination for "Sweeney Todd," Amy Adams should had gotten a nom for "Enchanted" & I know it was a crazy long shot, but I sort of think Steve Carell should have been nominated for his work in "Dan in Real Life." I also, agree with a popwatch blog that was posted recently, I thought the dad in "Juno" was most excellent.

Bababooey Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:15 PM EST

I think it's easy for people to roll their eyes at a movie like "Atonement" getting Oscar nominations, especially when there have been many overrated period pieces in the past that have unjustly taken up spots. I was NOT a fan of "The English Patient" or "Dangerous Liasons". But "Atonement" is such a well made movie that I do not see how people who appreciate cinematic craftmanship can say it was bad. It's an entertaining, concise movie, that was richly conceived. Not the best this year, but more worthy than "Sweeney Todd" or "Micheal Clayton" both of which are what you expect. "Atonement" is a movie that I would highly recommend. ... The noms it got are about right I would say. With that being said,I really want "No Country For Old Men" to win Best Picture and Director.

Matthew Paxton Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:15 PM EST

Steve Zahn in Rescue Dawn. For a comic actor he portrayed the heavily flawed friend of the Christina Bale character with intelligence and dignity.

Anuhea Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:05 PM EST

So many got snubbed, I don't even know where to start:

Above all there's a lack of color this year: no Denzel Washington for American Gangster, no Don Cheadle nor Chiwetel Ejiofor for Talk To Me, no Jurnee Smollett for The Great Debaters.

Then Tim Burton, Ben Affleck, Eddie Vedder, Robert Downey Jr, Russell Crowe - either for Gangster or Yuma, Josh Brolin - either for Gangster or No Country.

Instead of going an unusual route, like e.g. nominating Anton Corbijn the Academy went for the mediocre, the inoffensive, nominating Clooney.

Kit from Kansas Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:03 PM EST

The knock against Juno is that the dialoge isn't real... And?! None of the teens had acne either. Atonement's players all have nice teeth, and everyone in each film is much better looking than people in general. Even Bardem, with that awful hair. Anyways, Juno's writing and the movie in general were top notch, "A"-number-one. Live with it you lame ducks.

Thad Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:01 PM EST

Kerri Russell for Waitress, Tim Burton and Sweeney Todd. K. Knightly. Just crazy.

Tom Baker Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 05:00 PM EST

If all the foreign film nominees are better than Paul Verhoeven's Black Book (Swartboek} I've got some great viewing pleasure ahead.

Christina Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 04:55 PM EST

Josh Brolin, Tim Burton, Zodiac, and Into the Wild all were snubbed. I'd rather have those last 2 over Atonement.

vicky Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 04:53 PM EST

I'll tell you who got snubbed....Nikki Blonsky, John Travolta, and the entire cast and crew of Hairspray! Best music, best editing, best directing, best choreography, certainly the best makeup, and quite frankly should have been given a best pic nod. Enchanted's Amy Adams was also subbed - she should have been nominated for best actress for her adorable portrayal. Why is it that the Oscars have to be all about "important films" and never about the films that really entertain??? Can someone please answer that????

Snarf Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 04:52 PM EST

Burton should have been nominated for Sweeny Todd (not becuase Sweeny Todd isn't a good film but because Burton has been directing films now for 20 years without any accolades - Remember Tommy Lee Jones got his Oscar for Blue Sky a film hardly anyone saw and beat out Dicaprio in 1994 for the same reason) Oscar is rarely about what the nominee is nominated for but for their previous body of work.

Karl Kaefer Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 04:51 PM EST

I was particularly bothered by the lack of nominations that "Eastern Promises" got. Viggo Mortenson deserves his best actor nomination, but how about David Cronenberg for best director, and this film itself for best film???

Martin Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 04:48 PM EST

Amy Adams should have gotten a nomination for "Enchanted", over Blanchett for sure, but it really isn't suprising when comedy is overlooked, is it? Sweeney Todd was overrated - just more of the same from Tim Burton. A decent movie, but not a real stretch for Ol' Burton. I'm happy Mortenson got a nomination, and disappointed that Eddie Vedder wasn't recognized. Atonement is a fantastic movie that deserves its nominations, although not necessarily the wins (maybe Supporting Actress, Score... possibly?). Let's be honest here, Knightley and McAvoy were great, but not good enough to received nominations. And darn it! I wanted recognition for Max Von Sydow for "Diving Bell". I hope the awards are telecast because this year was MUCH better than last.

Clayton Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 04:47 PM EST

Sweeney Todd, Once, Tim Burton, Amy Adams, and Richard Gere (for the Hoax...though I never expected him to be nominated) are the causes of my Oscar woes.

kelly Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 04:46 PM EST

"Pop Goes My Heart" from Music and Lyrics was a great song.
Keri Russell was wonderful in Adrienne Shelly's Waitress. Would have loved to see both of them recognized.
I didn't think Jennifer Garner was any better than any of the other supporting cast in Juno. I'm glad she didn't get nominated.

Mel: To Coco Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 04:44 PM EST

"kids do not speak like that, watch an episode of Laguna beach if you don't believe me."

That is the most idiotic example you could possibly bring up to support an already untrue statement.

Michael H. Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 04:41 PM EST

TALK TO ME was a brilliant film which was completely overlooked by audiences, the critics, and the Academy... Don Cheadle should have been up for Best Actor... and Taraji P. Henson and Chiwetel Ejiofor were also excellent in supporting roles!

Colin Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 04:39 PM EST

I'm still bitter that there was no love for "Zodiac." Seriously, was such a great movie really that ignored?

Red Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 04:38 PM EST

I'm not a huge Angelina fan, but I watched A Mighty Heart over the weekend and she definitely deserved a nomination. She was really remarkable as Daniel Pearl's wife. I've not cried that heard in a long time.

Into the Wild was maybe my favorite picture of the year. Sean Penn was robbed.

And no Simpson's Movie? Criminal...

amy Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 04:34 PM EST

Keira Knightly and James McAvoy were perfect in Atonement. Joe Wright made a powerful film. They all deserved nominations.
A shame there was no room for the delightful Amy Adams in Enchanted.

amy Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 04:33 PM EST

Keira Knightly and James McAvoy were perfect in Atonement. Joe Wright made a powerful film. They all deserved nominations.
A shame there was no room for the delightful Amy Adams in Enchanted.

anonymous Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 04:33 PM EST

The cast of Rescue Dawn, specifically Christian Bale. In one of his most mezmerizing roles yet, it was a treat to watch him, not just for his half-starved, gaunt body either. Despite the somber situation, his eyes and his performance simply lit up the screen.

Meier Tue, Jan 22, 2008 at 04:29 PM EST

Zodiac was royally snubbed in at least two categories. I understand that director David Fincher is not everyone's cup of tea, but there's no denying how mature and improved his work in Zodiac is.
The second "znub?" Future Iron Man (and presently drug-free!) Robert Downey, Jr. Dude is a talented thespian, and one nod for Chaplin over a decade ago just isn't enough. I could've said the same thing about him a couple years ago with Kiss Kiss Bang Bang - hopefully all of this continuous overlooking will cause a Depp-like rising of his stat