2nd Academy Awards 1930
The 2nd Academy Awards honored movies released from August 1, 1928 to July 31, 1929. Held on Thursday, April 3, 1930 at the Cocoanut Grove of the Ambassador Hotel, the ceremony recognized outstanding achievements in acting, directing, art direction, cinematography, and writing. Memorable winners included Warner Baxter for Best Actor, Mary Pickford for Best Actress, and Frank Lloyd for Best Directing.
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Total movie nominations
1
Total movie wins
1
Total people nominations
3
Total people wins
1
Most Nominations
The Broadway Melody
Most Wins
The Broadway Melody
Most recognized genres
Drama
Romance
Musical
Most Nominations
Harry Beaumont
All Actress Winners and Nominees – 2nd Academy Awards 1930
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Nominees
All Directing Winners and Nominees – 2nd Academy Awards 1930
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Nominees
All Outstanding Picture Winners and Nominees – 2nd Academy Awards 1930
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All Winners and Nominees – Full 2nd Academy Awards Awards 1930 Category Breakdown
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2nd Academy Awards - Actress
2nd Academy Awards - Directing
2nd Academy Awards - Outstanding Picture
WINNER
The Broadway Melody
