In anticipation of the 87th annual Academy Awards, Hayley Miller, for the HRC Blog takes a look at some of the pro-LGBT films and actors who could win big Sunday night:
“The Imitation Game,” a film about the tragic story of Alan Turing, is nominated for eight awards, including best picture. The film’s stars, Benedict Cumberbatch and Keira Knightley, are also nominated. Last month, HRC honored the cast and filmmakers of “The Imitation Game” at HRC’s New York Gala Dinner. Since the release of the film, the cast has also called for the pardon of those who were convicted along with Turing.
Marriage equality and HRC supporters Ethan Hawke and Marc Ruffalo are both nominated for best supporting actor. Both actors joined HRC’s New Yorkers for Marriage Equality campaign in 2011.
Actress Julianne Moore, who also joined HRC’s New Yorkers for Marriage Equality campaign, is nominated for best actress in a leading role for “Still Alice.”
Additionally, keep an eye out for LGBT presenters and performers. Equality Rocks members Tegan and Sara will perform “Everything is Awesome” from “The LEGO Movie.” HRC supporters Jennifer Lopez and Kerry Washington will present awards and openly gay actor and HRC supporter Neil Patrick Harris will host the show.
To see who wins, watch the Academy Awards today on ABC, 7E, 4P.
