Announcement: The Oscar Nominations (2010)

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All right, kids; let's keep this brief:

The (Major) Yeses:

• James Franco, Actor in a Leading Role, 127 Hours;
• Matthew Libatique, Cinematography, Black Swan;
• Antonella Cannarozzi, Costume Design, Io Sono l'Amore (I Am Love);
• Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, Original Score, The Social Network; and
• Sylvain Chomet, Animated Feature, L'Illusioniste (The Illusionist).

The Nos:

• the absence of Andrew Garfield, Actor in a Supporting Role, The Social Network;
• Amy Adams, Actress in a Supporting Role, The Fighter;
• the absence of Lesley Manville, Actress in a Supporting Role, Another Year;
• David O'Russell, Directing, The Fighter; and
• the general dearth of nomination-worthy Original Songs.

Not so horrible are you this year, Academy. For remonstrations nevertheless, stay tuned; nominations on my ticket are to be announced anon.