Oscar history was made this year in the acting categories as Silver Linings Playbook received nominations in all four disciplines, the first film in 31 years to accomplish this feat.
The sentimental favorite is probably Robert De Niro, who's made more heartfelt guest appearances on behalf of "Silver Linings Playbook" than he has for any number of his other recent films.
They won over several Republicans by promising that the linings and pockets of any garment stitched in Central America would be made from American fabric.