Press release: Fox Searchlight Oscar nom reactions
Quotes from the nominees…
Natalie Portman, Actress, BLACK SWAN
BEST ACTRESS
“I am so honored and grateful to the Academy for this recognition. It is a wonderful culmination of the ten-year journey with Darren to make this film. Making “Black Swan” is already the most meaningful experience of my career, and the passion shown for the film has completed the process of communication between artists and audience. I am so thankful for the support we have received and I share this honor with the entire cast and crew of the film, especially Darren Aronofsky.”
James Franco, Actor, 127 Hours
BEST ACTOR
“It feels great to be nominated and it is such an honor to be in the company of my fellow nominees. I’m especially proud of Danny Boyle and the whole team behind 127 Hours for their recognition by the Academy. Danny is such a wonderful entertainer and collaborator and to see the film nominated for Best Picture, Score, Screenplay, Song and Editing is thrilling.”
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Scott Franklin, Producer, BLACK SWAN
BEST PICTURE
“Wow! I am so honored, grateful and humbled to have our film recognized by the Academy. This is really something I have dreamed of since I began watching movies as a kid – even before I knew I wanted to be a filmmaker. Having collaborated with Darren on 4 films, I’ve watched him push the creative boundaries each time. It is thrilling to see my long time friend receive this well deserved consideration alongside Natalie. Her hard work and dedication speaks for itself in her breathtaking performance. It took a tremendous team to put this film together and I am thrilled for the recognition of my colleagues Matty and Andrew, who helped bring this film and its characters to life.”
Darren Aronofsky, Director, BLACK SWAN
BEST DIRECTOR
“I was building Lego with my son and lost track of the time. Then the phone started ringing and I realized it must be good news. I’m incredibly touched and humbled. I grew up watching the awards and never thought this would be my reality. I’m thrilled for Natalie who trained tirelessly for a year and then trusted me with her soul and spirit. And I’m so thankful the academy recognized my long time collaborators Matty, Andy and Scott. They are such focused and committed artists and their work inspired me every day.”
Simon Beaufoy, Screenwriter, 127 HOURS
BEST ADPATED SCREENPLAY
“I’m absolutely delighted. No matter how many other nominations a film receives, there’s nothing quite like an Academy Best Film nomination to make one proud. It’s the gold stamp of approval.”
AR Rahman, Composer, 127 HOURS
BEST SCORE/SONG
“I’m very honored and humbled to be recognized by the Academy with this nomination. Working with Danny Boyle is such a remarkable experience, and I’m so fortunate to have had the opportunity to collaborate with him again. I’m immensely grateful to Fox Searchlight for their efforts on this incredible film based on the courageous story of Aron Ralston.”
Christian Colson, Producer, 127 HOURS
BEST PICTURE
” To be nominated for an Academy Award is a highlight in any career and I am delighted for each of our individual nominees and incredibly proud of them all. But more important than individual kudos, this haul of six nominations is a huge stamp of approval from the Academy for the film itself. The picture expands into wide release in North America this weekend – and is rolled out internationally over the coming weeks – and these nominations will encourage audiences all over the world to go and see the film – and in particular James Franco’s unmissable performance. This is an incredibly proud and happy day for all of us who worked on the film”
Andrew Weisblum, Editor, BLACK SWAN
BEST FILM EDITING
“To go from a little movie just struggling to make the schedule, cutting on my laptop, sometimes in a car, to this? I don’t think we ever could have imagined this kind of reception or recognition! It speaks to Darren’s ability to bring out the best from his collaborators and I’m so glad that people have enjoyed the film as much as we enjoyed making it.”
