German Doctor, The (2013): Argentina’s Oscar Nominee

“The German Doctor” (aka “Wakolda”) is Argentina’s candidate for the foreign–language Oscar race.

Oscar 2013: Countdown from Thailand

Thailand has selected the psychological thriller “Countdown” as its contender for nomination in the Academy Awards’ foreign-language section.

Oscar Actors: Poitier, Sidney–Winner for Lilies of the Field

50 Years Ago: Ralph Nelson’s melodrama is mostly known for the Oscar-winning performance of Sidney Poitier, the first black actor to win an Oscar for a leading role.

Neighboring Sounds: Brazil’s Oscar Entry, Directed by Kleber Mendonca Filho

Brazil has selected Kleber Mendonca Filho’s Neighboring Sounds (O som ao redor) as its submission in the foreign-language race for the Academy Awards.

Walesa, Man of Hope: Poland’s Entry for Foreign Film Oscar

Poland has selected Andrzej Wajda’s “Wałęsa. Man of Hope” as the Polish candidate for the Academy Awards in the Best Foreign Language Film category.