1962: The Year Oscar Really Needed 10 Nominees

Courtesy NPR: Arts & Culture  Fri, 02/05/2010 - 17:20

This year Hollywood nominated 10 films for Best Picture instead of the usual five, leaving some movie buffs feeling nostalgic for years that honestly could have used more Best Picture slots.

Critic Bob Mondello points to one year in particular that had more than its share of potential contenders.

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