THE REVENANT: Highest Number of Academy Awards Nominations.
With 12 nominations, Alejandro G Inarritu’s critically acclaimed THE REVENANT leads the race for the 2016 Academy
Awards. The ceremony is Monday February 29 (NZ time) and will be broadcast live on Sky Movies Premiere.
THE REVENANT is currently playing in cinemas nationwide, It is in No 2 position (after Star Wars: The Force Awakens) at the NZ box office.
Here are some quotes from some of THE REVENANT’s nominees:
Leonardo DiCaprio (Actor in a Leading Role)
"I am so grateful to the Academy for their recognition of this film. Making 'The Revenant' was one of the most rewarding
and collaborative experiences of my life. None of this would have been possible without [director] Alejandro's talent,
vision and determination. Our dedicated crew also deserves to share in this moment. Together, they have created a truly
unique cinematic experience. Congratulations to all of my fellow nominees this season. Thank you to the Academy."
Alejandro G. Iñárritu (Director)
"I am in London and just heard the good news! We gave it our all on this film and this appreciation from the Academy
means a lot to me and my colleagues who made it possible. Champagne and Mezcal will runtonight!"
Emmanuel Lubezki (Cinematography)
"Going on this adventure with Alejandro and the team was truly one of the most amazing, challenging, interesting
experiences of my life. It's a great honor to be recognized by the Academy, especially amongst such a talented group of
cinematographers."
THE REVENANT director Alejandro G Inarritu and cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki triumphed at the 2015 Oscars with their
film BIRDMAN taking best film, director and cinematographer. Lubezki also won the previous year for GRAVITY.
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