RT Interview: Oscar Nominee Melissa Leo
Summary
Veteran character actress Melissa Leo may not be a household name, but with more than 70 film and television roles to her credit, she's built an impressive resume of supporting roles. With Frozen River, Leo has hit the big time, snagging an Oscar nomination for her lead performance. We spoke with Leo about her experiences on Frozen River, her search for good roles, and her chances on Oscar night. Back to Article
Veteran character actress Melissa Leo may not be a household name, but with more than 70 film and television roles to her credit, she's built an impressive resume of supporting roles. With Frozen River, Leo has hit the big time, snagging an Oscar nomination for her lead performance. We spoke with Leo about her experiences on Frozen River, her search for good roles, and her chances on Oscar night. Back to Article
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tomwaitsjr writes: on Feb 13 2009 06:17 PM She was fired from "HOMICIDE?" Oh well, that show eventually went to hell, especially once Braugher left. . . but, she was great in it! Melissa Leo seems like a good person. I hope she gets more good roles, so she doesn't have to do spot work like she did in that ridiculous "Righteous Kill." If she wins the oscar I'll be happy. (Reply to this) |
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ledawg1138 writes: on Feb 13 2009 07:18 PM Glad to see the oscars remembered her. (Reply to this) |
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lotr23 writes: on Feb 14 2009 07:18 PM Loved her in Frozen River (which I saw in theaters, but had to watch it again as soon as it came out last Tuesday). Very glad that they recognized her work and the screenplay for such a small film, and it'd be really interesting if she pulled an upset. (Reply to this) |
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robert c. writes: on Feb 16 2009 10:40 AM She won't win an Oscar for this role. Nobody can tell that she's acting. (Reply to this) |
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man in the water writes: on Feb 17 2009 02:11 AM Great movie (Reply to this) |
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