Angelina Jolie vs. Meryl Streep!
Brad Pitt vs. Sean Penn!
Two categories later, it became clear why.
Credit: Winslet: Melinda Sue Gordon; Bale: Stephen Vaughan
Then came a nod forThe Readers director, Stephen Daldry.
Then one for David Hare for its adapted screenplay.
Though the Batman sequel picked up eight nominations, none went to its director and co-writer,Christopher Nolan.
I cant say Im not a little saddened by that.
I have seen this film screened maybe a hundred times, she says.
But will the Academy persuade moviegoers to give it a try?
I dont know anyone who says, Jeez, you know what the Academy really needs?
