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Winner of Oscar - Best Writing, Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen
Winner of Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama
Winner of Oscar - Best Actress in a Leading Role
Nominated Oscar - Best Picture
Nominated Oscar - Best Director
Nominated Oscar - Best Costume Design
Nominated Oscar - Best Actress in a Supporting Role
Nominated Oscar - Best Actor in a Supporting Role
Nominated Golden Globe - Best Screenplay - Motion Picture
Nominated Golden Globe - Best Motion Picture - Drama