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Today From Jen Hubley, your About Today Editor I have a friend who has an uncanny ability to win any Oscar pool - even those categories the Academy lists waaay down at the bottom. I, on the other hand, should be paid by directors to vote for their enemies' films. How the Voting Process Works Of course, my picks don't really count. Except in the realm of winning the pool, and then they're very, very important. As much as five dollars might be riding on this, people. 2010 Academy Award Nominees I think we should just make this simple: Have Kathryn Bigelow and James Cameron make a film in which blue aliens defuse bombs. Problem solved! The Films of Kathryn Bigelow I'm almost afraid to say this, because it might jinx her, but I'm rooting for Kathryn Bigelow. For one thing, she made one of the best vampire movies I've ever seen - long before vampires sparkled and moped. Academy Awards Trivia This is my favorite. The only Oscar to win an Oscar: Oscar Hammerstein II won the Oscar for his song, "The Last Time I Saw Paris," in the movie 'Lady Be Good' (1941). Hee! Today Ads Wooden Letters Sample Letters Letters of Love Santa Letters Greek Letters Featured Articles SXSW 2010: 10 Punk Bands to Watch For Gay Marriage Now Legal in Washington, DC Have a New Cat? Avoid These Mistakes What Can't You Eat With Braces? Unemployment Extension Passes Follow Us on Twitter!   More from About.com Managing Dog Behavior Problems Understanding common dog behavior problems like barking, biting, and chewing is key to handling them appropriately. More > Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds Keep yourself, and your family, happy and healthy this fall with these tips. More >   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Advertisement