By STEPHANIE GARCIA
Lights, camera, action. The 84th Annual Academy Awards are here. The nominated films include cinematic achievements ranging from the silent film homage, The Artist, to the imaginative childhood tale, Hugo. Nominated performers vary from such film star veterans as George Clooney (The Descendants) to dazzling newcomers like Jessica Chastain (The Help).
To prepare for Hollywood’s prime event of the season, a list of nominees and an Oscar trivia quiz are included. Furthermore, editor picks for Best Picture will aid eager movie-goers in selecting their candidate for the academy’s highest honor. With Billy Crystal hosting for his ninth year, the Oscars will air Sunday, Feb. 26 on ABC at 7 p.m.