The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has decided to expand the nominee field for best picture to 10 movies starting with the March 7, 2010, ceremony.
The Associated Press reported Wednesday that the academy board of governors has decided there were more than five films last year that deserved best-picture consideration. These included The Dark Knight and WALL-E, which were snubbed when it came to best picture nominations despite being among the most talked-about films in years.
