‘American Hustle,’ ‘Bad Grandpa’ among hair, makeup Oscar shortlist
“American Hustle,†“The Great Gatsby†and “Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa†are among the films competing for a nomination for makeup and hairstyling in the 86th Academy Awards.
The films, as well as “Dallas Buyers Club,†“Hansel & Gretel Witch Hunters†and “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire†are the remaining picks shortlisted, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Saturday.
PHOTOS: Movie scenes from ‘American Hustle’
On Jan. 11, members of the Academy’s Makeup Artists and Hairstylists Branch will be invited to screen excerpts from the seven films. After the screenings, members will vote to nominate the three films that will vie for the Oscar.
Last year, the Academy altered a number of categories, which included adding hairstyling to the makeup category. “Les Misérables†won the category this year.
Nominations for February’s ceremony will be announced Jan. 16 and handed out March 2.
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