25th Feb 2010

Leading Hollywood Actresses Nominated For An Oscar

Oscar nominations are always the buzz around Hollywood magazines and tabloids. The announcement of the official nominees is always anticipated. This year several actresses appeared on the ballots, many of whom have never had a nomination in the past.

Sandra Bullock is a well known actress. She gained her fame by starring in small roles and working her way up. 2009 was a big year for Sandra, because she was the leading actress in many big and well performing films of the year. She is being nominated for her astounding performance in “The Blindside”, where her character takes in a young boy that is homeless. Her acting here is why she was nominated and will continue to do well.

Of course, even though Sandra is one of the “older” Hollywood actresses, newer starlets are making a scene too. Last years “Precious” film took the world by storm when Gabourey Sidibe played the role of a pregnant and undereducated teenager. Even though she is a new star, she skyrocketed to fame. In interviews she continuously states she had no idea that she would ever become so famous. Her acting skill is sure to take her places!

In the movie “An Education”, Carey Mulligan takes over in a role that is both shocking and slightly controversial. A young school girl (Carey) is seduced by an older man, which leads into a captivating storyline. Carey Mulligan is expected to continuously rise up to Hollywood fame, which is why she is another nominee this year. Carey Mulligan isn’t well known in the United States but with her dramatic role in An Education you can expect to hear more about her in the future.

While Penelope Cruz wasn’t nominated for a leading actress role, she was nominated for a supporting actress role in the movie Nine. In this film she plays “Carla” mistress of a director. Her role is provocative and in depth, and very well played. Penelope Cruz generally plays a support role rather than a lead role, but her acting is always superior.

A Hollywood actress that is well known but not as famous, is Mo’Nique. Her bold acting in Precious wowed audiences. She played a controversial role of a welfare receiving abusive mother. Her acting is shockingly profound and strong, which is why she was nominated for a supporting actress Oscar.

Closing Comments

Not all Hollywood actresses are eligible for an Oscar. Many are never nominated, even if they are good actresses. The women that were nominated this year are stunning in every way and continue to impress audiences with bold acting roles and their power over the red carpet.

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