Posts Tagged ‘The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus’

Diverse Nominees for Best Art Direction

Posted on February 23, 2010, 11:34 pm, by Christa Youngpeter, under Best Art Direction.

The five nominees for Best Art Direction could not be more different, writes Christa Youngpeter. The race could hinge on how the Academy views “Avatar.” The film could be rewarded for its dazzling sets or punished for its extensive use of CGI. After “Avatar” the race is wide open.

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Tough Competition in Costume Design Race

Posted on February 23, 2010, 12:01 am, by Steve Neumann, under Best Costume.

The nominees for Best Costume Design include two Victorian-era films, two films about designers, an “imaginarium,” and the sizzling “Nine.” Steve Neumann looks at this competitive category, dominated by Oscar veterans like Sandy Powell and Colleen Atwood, and sees a potential upset.

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