It's the beginning of April, which means it's once again time to try to predict next year's Academy Award nominees - way too early!
Last year, on April 23rd, I accurately predicted four Best Picture nominees, two Best Director nominees, seven Acting nominees (albeit one in the wrong category), and three Screenplay nominees. Among my proudest predix: Sentimental Value in Original Screenplay, Supporting Actor, and Actress. Sometimes I get lucky like that...
This year, who knows? Here's what I think could be up for the Oscars in Picture, Director, Acting, and Screenplay: