What it's about: A young photographer (Rooney Mara) develops a forbidden relationship with an older woman (Cate Blanchett).
Nominations: Six total, including best actress for Blanchett and best supporting actress for Rooney Mara.
Why people are talking about it: The film tackles its subject matter tactfully and intimately, and both Blanchett and Mara give magnificent performances as ill-fated lovers.
What you should say to make people think you watched it: "There was more chemistry between Rooney Mara and Cate Blanchett than in all of my past relationships combined."