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A collection of Oscar statuettes (Getty Images)
A collection of Oscar statuettes (Getty Images)

Los Angeles - The dark comedy Birdman skewered Hollywood - and Hollywood responded with nine Oscar nominations. But the indie drama Boyhood, a coming-of-age tale filmed over twelve years, could deliver an Oscars upset.

Will Birdman fly away with the Oscars? This dark comedy about a down-and-out Hollywood star seeking to resurrect his career on Broadway is nominated in nine categories, and is a top candidate for the Academy Award for best picture.

Mexican director Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu, who co-wrote the film, let art reflect life and life reflect art by casting former Batman Michael Keaton as a half-forgotten ageing superhero actor taking his last shot at serious recognition. The 63-year-old Keaton won a Golden Globe for his career-defining performance, and is a strong contender for the best actor Oscar.

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