“American Hustle” will be released in movie theaters on Friday, Dec. 20. Directed by David O. Russell, the crime drama boasts a very talented ensemble cast in Christian Bale, Bradley Cooper, Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner and Hollywood’s current it-girl Jennifer Lawrence. Russell is known for his ability to attract a host of noteworthy actors, and those actors often receive recognition come awards season. With that in mind, here are five of the seven Oscar nominated actors Russell has directed:
Jacki Weaver
Weaver was nominated for best supporting actress in David O. Russell’s “Silver Linings Playbook.”
Amy Adams
Adams earned a best supporting actress nod for Russell’s 2010 film “The Fighter.”
Bradley Cooper
Cooper’s lead role in “Silver Linings Playbook” led to his first Academy Award nomination.
Jennifer Lawrence
Lawrence claimed the Oscar win for best actress in a leading role for 2012’s “Silver Linings Playbook.”
Melissa Leo
Leo was the winner of the Academy Award for best supporting actress for “The Fighter.”
From norfolkdailynews.com
