1997 Academy Awards – Actress in a Leading Role Winner and Nominees

Fargo

Frances McDormand

Jerry Lundegaard’s inept crime falls apart due to his and his henchmen’s bungling and the persistent police work of the quite pregnant Marge Gunderson.

Breaking the Waves

Emily Watson

Marvin’s Room

Diane Keaton

Secrets & Lies

Brenda Blethyn

The English Patient

Kristin Scott Thomas