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Steve Buscemi: Could he Get a Nom?

posted 14 years ago by dbodell-1
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Okay, I know it is a stretch, but could anyone else see Steve Buscemi getting a Best Supporting Actor nomination at the Oscars for his unforgettable, yet small role in The Messenger? I mean, Buscemi is one of the greatest actors not to have an oscar nomination. He was snubbed in 2002 for his incredible performance in Ghost World, and I could see the Academy trying to make it up to him. We've seen "Honorary Award Nominations/Wins" before given to total dark horses, and Steve Buscemi could be in line for that overdue recognition. Not to mention he is one of the most respected character actors in film. If not an Oscar Nom, I would be suprised if he didn't land an Independant Spirit Award nomination considering he is an indie legend.

What do you guys think?

[–] gercke 14 years ago

I completely agree. Steve Buscemi's role was small, but intense and memorable. I saw the film last night at the opening of the Savannah Film Festival. Woody Harrelson and Ben Foster were in attendance and spoke before and after the film. I thought the performances in this film were some of the best I've seen in a while, not just from the main actors, but every role. Steve Buscemi especially. I would be extremely pleased to see Buscemi get a Nom and hopefully walk with some well deserved awards.

[–] Rorsach 14 years ago

Small note, they seemed pretty high at the time of their speeches, didn't they?

[–] moviedude908 14 years ago

Since Reservoir Dogs I've been a big fan of Buscemi, he's got a unique style different from any other actor. I've yet to see The Messengers, but now I'am really stoked fot it. He definately deserves a Nom though, cant't wait to see him in this.

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[–] supafly707 14 years ago

I think so. I think several of the performances from this movie may be nominated. The Messenger seems to be this year's Doubt, so far.

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[–] knoxville322 14 years ago

lets hope so, right?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DPCu-TsSXQ - greatest film of our time

[–] monkeys_are_too_blue 14 years ago

Everyone was good, but Harrelson and Buscemi were amazing. I'd have to say I'd rather see Harrelson nominated than Buscemi, mainly because he had a larger role and it would be hilarious to see Hollywood snobs reacting to "that guy from Cheers" getting an Academy Award nomination.

[–] Moon_and_New_York_City 14 years ago

"that guy from Cheers" has already been nominated so I don't think Hollywood snobs have anything to do with it..... Buscemi will not be nominated but Harrelson is a good bet

"the best that you can do is fall in love"

[–] knoxville322 14 years ago

thats more unlikely than the fresh prince getting nominated!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DPCu-TsSXQ - greatest film of our time

[–] modica 14 years ago

Foster carried the movie. Harrelson was great but wasn't the soul of the movie. Buscemi will not get a nomination. The movie is uneven but it is worth seeing for the performances.

[–] knoxville322 14 years ago

i agree with that

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DPCu-TsSXQ - greatest film of our time

[–] Tommen_Forever 7 years ago

For two minutes of screentime? No, never.

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