Shortly before the film's release, rumors circulated that Heath Ledger would be posthumously nominated for an Academy Award for his role as the Joker. There is currently only one actor who won his Oscar posthumously: Peter Finch for his role in Network.
The Dark Knight (2008) - 2 trivia entries
Directed by Christopher Nolan, starring Aaron Eckhart, Christian Bale, Eric Roberts, Gary Oldman, Heath Ledger, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Michael Caine, Morgan Freeman (add more)
Shortly before the film's release, rumors circulated that Heath Ledger would be posthumously nominated for an Academy Award for his role as the Joker. There is currently only one actor who won his Oscar posthumously: Peter Finch for his role in Network.
Heath Ledger locked himself away in his hotel room for a month, reading comic books, to prepare for his role as the Joker. He later said this is the hardest role he's had to play.
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