Being nominated for an Academy Award is a dream come true, the ultimate recognition in film that can open doors and bolster name recognition to further a successful career.
But that dreamy feeling is doubled for American filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir. She is nominated twice – in two separate categories for two different documentaries in Sunday’s ceremony. It’s a rare feat that only five – including Walt Disney – have achieved in the Oscars’ nearly 100-year history.
“It’s a thrill and an honour,” Gandbhir told the BBC. “Our minds are kind of blown.”
She is nominated for best documentary feature for The Perfect Neighbor and best documentary short for The Devil is Busy.
