Oscar Nominations: The Snubs and Surprises Snubs James Franco Franco was thought to be a lock for his performance in The Disaster Artist, but a report of sexual misconduct during the week of Oscars voting hampered his chances. Wonder Woman The film and its star, Gal Gadot, were left completely off the nominations list, including special effects categories. Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg (The Post) Despite previously being nominated at the Golden Globes, Hanks and Spielberg were both shutout. Surprises Denzel Washington Despite mixed reviews, Washington landed a best acting nod for his role in “Roman J. Israel, Esq.” The Phantom Thread Paul Andersen's last two films didn't fare well with the Academy, but his latest effort earned 6 nods. Christopher Plummer Plummer, who was cast in "Call Me by Your Name" in the wake of the Kevin Spacey allegations, earned a nod for Best Supporting Actor over co-star Armie Hammer.
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