description Half Nelson Overview
Half Nelson is a 2006 drama directed by Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden, starring Ryan Gosling and Shareeka Epps. The film received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for Gosling’s performance, marking him as one of the youngest nominees in that category. Broken Social Scene provided the film's score.
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info Half Nelson Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2006 |
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Did Ryan Gosling win an Oscar for Half Nelson?
No, Ryan Gosling did not win the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in Half Nelson. He was nominated in 2007 but lost to Forest Whitaker, who won for 'The Last King of Scotland'.
What is the movie Half Nelson about?
Half Nelson follows an inner-city junior high school history teacher named Dan Dunne who has a secret crack cocaine addiction. The plot thickens when one of his students, played by Shareeka Epps, discovers his secret, forming a unique friendship.
Who directed the movie Half Nelson?
Half Nelson was directed by Ryan Fleck, who co-wrote the screenplay with his frequent collaborator Anna Boden. The duo later went on to direct the massive Marvel Studios blockbuster 'Captain Marvel' in 2019.
What band did the soundtrack for Half Nelson?
The acclaimed Canadian indie rock band Broken Social Scene provided the original soundtrack for Half Nelson. Their music heavily underscores the film's moody, indie atmosphere.
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