Sean Penn has been nominated for best actor in a leading role for playing Harvey Milk in the best film nominee "Milk".
Melissa Leo nominated for best actress
Melissa Leo has been nominated for best actress in a leading role for "Frozen River". Leo plays Ray Eddy, an impoverished mother who becomes involved in a smuggling ring in an attempt to avoid losing her home.
Frank Langella nominated for best actor
Frank Langella has been nominated for best actor in a leading role for best film nominee "Frost/Nixon", in which he plays former U.S. president Richard Nixon.
Anne Hathaway nominated for best actress
Anne Hathaway has been nominated for best actress in a leading role for playing a self-absorbed recovering addict in "Rachel Getting Married".
Mickey Rourke nominated for best actor
Mickey Rourke has been nominated for best actor in a leading role for "The Wrestler", in which he plays a lonely, hard-luck wrestler who resolves to change his life following a serious injury.
