Sure, Sweeney Todd is in the running for best art direction and best costume - and Johnny Depp is up for best actor - but otherwise Burton's latest is being snubbed by Hollywood. The closest he's ever come to touching Oscar was a nomination for best animated feature in 2006 for Corpse Bride.
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