With each year's Oscar nomination list drawing countless attention, this year was no exception. Before its announcement, there had been plenty of speculation. However, as surprising as the discussions might have been, it wasn't until the list was revealed that people realized, no matter how bold the predictions, one could still not foresee just how extravagant certain nominations would be. Indeed, life is always stranger than fiction.
"Shakespeare in Love" and "Elizabeth" both being nominated for Best Picture was expected; Gwyneth Paltrow and Kate Blanchett both being nominated for Best Actress was also expected; the Miracle Director receiving two Best Director nominations for "Shakespeare in Love" and "Elizabeth"… Hmm, that wasn't anticipated—because Adrian had claimed all three Best Director nominations with "Shakespeare in Love," "Elizabeth," and "Mulholland Drive"!
