Natalie Portman - Cold Mountain

Natalie Portman appeared in Cold Mountain as Sara. Cold Mountain is a 2003 film written and directed by Anthony Minghella. The film is based on the novel by Charles Frazier. Cold Mountain Produced by Albert Berger, William Horberg, Sydney Pollack, Ron Yerxa; Written by Charles Frazier (book), Anthony Minghella; Music by Gabriel Yared; Cinematography John Seale; Editing by Walter Murch; Distributed by Miramax Films; Release date(s)December 25, 2003.

"Cold Mountain" tells the story of a wounded Confederate soldier named Inman who struggles on a perilous journey to get back home to Cold Mountain, N.C. as well as to Ada, the woman he left behind before going off to fight in the Civil War. Along the way, he meets a long line of interesting and colorful characters, while back at home, Ada is learning the ropes of managing her deceased father's farm with Ruby, a scrappy drifter who assists and teaches Ada along the way.

Cold Mountain film was met with generally positive reviews, receiving a 72 percent "fresh" rating on the website rottentomatoes.com, which monitors film reviews and opinions. Many critics noted the film for its realistic portrayal of the Civil War and for elaborating on the civilian aspects of the war. However, some critics felt the film was marred by an episodic quality and a morose tone which muddled the love story.

Awards and nominations

Renée Zellweger won the Academy Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her performance.

In addition, the movie was nominated for the following Academy awards:

• Best Actor in a Leading Role ( Jude Law)
• Best Achievement in Cinematography ( John Seale)
• Best Achievement in Editing ( Walter Murch)
• Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, Original Score ( Gabriel Yared)
• Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, Original Song (for T-Bone Burnett and Elvis Costello for the song " The Scarlet Tide")
• Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, Original Song (for Sting (musician) for the song "You Will Be My Ain True Love")

The film received another 12 wins and 55 nominations.