As John Givings, a mentally ill man who speaks the truth to self-deluding suburbanites, Michael Shannon makes an indelible impression in just a few scenes. This is his first Academy Award nomination.
The other top winners: Kate Winslet, best actress for the Holocaust-themed drama "The Reader"; Sean Penn, best actor for the title role of "Milk"; Heath Ledger, supporting actor for "The Dark Knight"; and Penelope Cruz, supporting actress for "Vicky Cristina Barcelona." more »
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