LOS ANGELES: Dark comic book tale “Joker” topped the Oscar nominations Monday (Tuesday in Manila), picking up 11 nods including best picture and best director, as women and ethnic minorities were largely shut out once again.

The pre-dawn Academy Award announcement capped months of ceaseless campaigning by A-listers and studios, revealing which stars and movies have a shot at Hollywood’s ultimate prize next month.

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