The other major performers in "Doubt" -- Amy Adams, Philip Seymour Hoffman and Viola Davis -- also were nominated in supporting categories.

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There's also all to play for in a strong Best Supporting Actress category: Amy Adams and Viola Davies who both give excellent performances in "Doubt" -- particularly stage actress Davies who delivers a scene-stealing performance across from Meryl Streep at the film's climax -- could cancel each other out.

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