By Delia Paunescu
Despite competing with the three songs from Disney’s “Enchanted,” which were also nominated, “Falling Slowly” from the Irish indie film “Once” took home best song. It’s composers, Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova, were by far the most humble acceptance speech of the night. When Irglova was cut off by the strict timers, host Stewart allowed her to say her thank-you’s after returning from the commercial break. (z.about.com)
In her portrayal of the extraordinary yet troubles French chanteuse Edith Piaff, Marion Cotillard won the Academy Award for Best Actress beating out both Cate Blanchett (“Elizabeth (eonline.com)
With a haunting role and an even creepier haircut, Javier Bardem’s role in “No Country for Old Men” won him Best Supporting Actor. Girlfriend Penelope Cruz was by his side all night. (chinadaily.com)