Courtney Hunt in 'Frozen River' nominated for Best Directing.

epa01611019 An undated studio handout photo of Courtney Hunt from the movie 'Frozen River.' Hunt is nominated for Best Original Screenplay. The 81st Academy Awards nominations were announced 22 January 2009 in Beverly Hills, California, USA. The Academy Awards honor cinematic excellence in 24 categories. EPA/SONY PICTURE CLASSICS - HANDOUT EDITORIAL USE ONLY EDITORIAL USE ONLY