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How Casting Director Nina Gold Cast 'Les Misérables'

Finding the right faces to embody the iconic parts that make up the world of musical phenomenon “Les Misérables” proved to be quite a feat for casting director Nina Gold.

5 Steps To Becoming An Oscar-Worthy Actor

As an actor-entrepreneur in the entertainment business, it's important to be nominated or win an award. It's not just acceptance by the community; it's a signpost for others to hire you.

How 'Zero Dark Thirty' Was Cast

When casting director Gail Stevens auditioned actors for “Zero Dark Thirty,” she says she couldn’t let them read from the movie’s script. She couldn’t even tell them what they were auditioning for.

Can Hugh Jackman Beat Daniel Day-Lewis for Best Actor?

Three reasons why the "Les Miz" star Hugh Jackman might walk off with the gold over Daniel Day Lewis for "Lincoln."

Jennifer Lawrence Auditioned On Skype for 'Silver Linings Playbook'

In “Silver Linings Playbook,” Jennifer Lawrence plays Tiffany, a young widow who attempts to mute her grief by sleeping with everyone at her job—yes, the women, too.

John Hawkes Isn't Looking for Your Consideration

John Hawkes talks about his most challenging role in Oscar contender, “The Sessions.”

Video Exclusive: Maggie Smith and Judi Dench Discuss 'The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel'

“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” hit theaters in May and managed to become one of the sleeper hits of the year, thanks in part to a cast led by Dame Judi Dench and Dame Maggie Smith.

Did Anne Hathaway Audition for 'Les Mis' at Oscars?

Long before 'Les Miserables' hit theaters, Anne Hathaway sang 'On My Own' to Hugh Jackman.

Bradley Cooper Steps Outside the Box in 'Silver Linings Playbook'

Bradley Cooper didn’t have a whole lot of time to prepare for his starring turn as Pat Solitano, the brash, damaged soul at the center of filmmaker David O. Russell’s “Silver Linings Playbook.” In fact, he had no time.

6 Actors Who Squandered their Oscar Win (Slideshow)

With Oscar nominations around the corner, we look at six actors who followed up their wins with less-than-memorable performances