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Academy Awards
The Academy Awards, popularly known as the Oscars, are presented annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) to recognize excellence of professionals in the film industry, including directors, actors, and writers. The formal ceremony at which the awards are presented is among the most prominent and most watched film awards ceremonies in the world.
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Pick of the Litter 1974
(1974) R 
A continuation and retracing of the first film, interpolating the maintenance of the Corleone family by the aging Michael, and its founding by the young Vito (De Niro, in a terrific performance) 60 years before in NYC's Little Italy. Often considered the second half of one film, the two films ... more
A continuation and retracing of the first film, interpolating the maintenance of the Corleone family by the aging Michael, and its founding by the young Vito (De Niro, in a terrific performance) 60 years before in NYC's Little Italy. Often considered the second half of one film, the two films ... more
(1974) R
Private detective Jake Gittes (Nicholson) finds himself overwhelmed in a scandalous case involving the rich and powerful of Los Angeles. Gripping, atmospheric mystery excels in virtually every aspect, with strong narrative drive and outstanding performances from Nicholson, Dunaway, and Huston. Director Polanski also appears in a suitable unsettling cameo. Fabulous. ... more
Private detective Jake Gittes (Nicholson) finds himself overwhelmed in a scandalous case involving the rich and powerful of Los Angeles. Gripping, atmospheric mystery excels in virtually every aspect, with strong narrative drive and outstanding performances from Nicholson, Dunaway, and Huston. Director Polanski also appears in a suitable unsettling cameo. Fabulous. ... more
(1974) PG
Young Dr. Frankenstein (Wilder), a brain surgeon, inherits the family castle back in Transylvania. He's skittish about the family business, but when he learns his grandfather's secrets, he becomes obsessed with making his own monster. Wilder and monster Boyle make a memorable song-and-dance team to Irving Berlin's "Puttin' on the ... more
Young Dr. Frankenstein (Wilder), a brain surgeon, inherits the family castle back in Transylvania. He's skittish about the family business, but when he learns his grandfather's secrets, he becomes obsessed with making his own monster. Wilder and monster Boyle make a memorable song-and-dance team to Irving Berlin's "Puttin' on the ... more
Original Song Score and/or Adaptation
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role
Nominees:
Al Pacino for The Godfather, Part 2Albert Finney for Murder on the Orient ExpressDustin Hoffman for LennyJack Nicholson for Chinatown
Achievement in cinematography
Achievement in Visual Effects
Nominees:
No Nominees Under this category
Best Original screenplay
Best Picture of the year
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role
Nominees:
Gena Rowlands for A Woman under the InfluenceValerie Perrine for LennyFaye Dunaway for Chinatown
Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role
Achievement in directing
Nominees:
John Cassavetes for A Woman under the InfluenceFrancois Truffaut for Day for NightRoman Polanski for ChinatownBob Fosse for Lenny
Achievement in film editing
Achievement in Costume Design
Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role
Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original Song)
Best Adapted screenplay
Achievement in Art Direction
Original Dramatic Score
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