News · 17 January 2026
Nina Gold Eyes Oscar Nomination for Hamnet Casting Choices
Casting director Nina Gold, known for her work on *Game of Thrones*, *The Crown*, and *Star Wars* films, is considered an Oscar frontrunner for pairing Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal in *Hamnet*. Gold felt Buckley possessed the necessary connection to the physical world for the role. She noted Mescal's modesty during the chemistry read. *Hamnet* recently won the Golden Globe for best motion picture drama. This year marks the first time casting directors will be honored by the Academy Awards.
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