The Shape of Water leads 2018 Oscar nominations
Guillermo del Toro's aquatic fairy tale, The Shape of Water, leads the 2018 Oscar nominees, competing in 13 categories including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress in a Leading Role for star Sally Hawkins. World War II drama Dunkirk followed with eight nominations, dark comedy Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri with seven, and Daniel Day-Lewis' final film, the twisted fashion drama Phantom Thread, with six.
The Shape of Water, Dunkirk, Three Billboards, and Phantom Thread are all competing for Best Picture alongside The Post, Lady Bird, Get Out, Call Me by Your Name, and The Darkest Hour. The Netflix historical drama Mudbound, meanwhile, made history after Rachel Morrison earned a nomination for Best Cinematography. She is the first woman ever nominated in the category, which has existed since 1928.
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