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Samantha Morton tipped for Oscar glory - despite only appearing in The Odyssey for ten minutes
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Samantha Morton tipped for Oscar glory - despite only appearing in The Odyssey for ten minutes

Samantha Morton, a British actress, has become a surprise frontrunner for the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her brief role as Circe in Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey.' Despite appearing on screen for only ten minutes, her performance has been praised by critics and audiences alike, with some comparing it to Dame Judi Dench's iconic short appearance in 'Shakespeare in Love.' The film, which cost £190 million, grossed over £198 million globally during its opening weekend and dominated box offices in both the UK and the US. While Morton has previously been nominated for Oscars, she has faced criticism in the past, including from Harvey Weinstein, who once dismissed her as 'too plain' for leading roles. Nolan reportedly cast her without requiring an audition, highlighting her reputation as a skilled actress.

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Samantha Morton tipped for Oscar glory - despite only appearing in The Odyssey for ten minutes

Samantha Morton, a British actress, has become a surprise frontrunner for the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her brief role as Circe in Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey.' Despite appearing on screen for only ten minutes, her performance has been praised by critics and audiences alike, with some comparing it to Dame Judi Dench's iconic short appearance in 'Shakespeare in Love.' The film, which cost £190 million, grossed over £198 million globally during its opening weekend and dominated box offices in both the UK and the US. While Morton has previously been nominated for Oscars, she has faced criticism in the past, including from Harvey Weinstein, who once dismissed her as 'too plain' for leading roles. Nolan reportedly cast her without requiring an audition, highlighting her reputation as a skilled actress.

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