Terms of Endearment
5Wins11NomsDirected by James L. Brooks
Synopsis
Aurora, a finicky woman, is in search of true love while her daughter faces marital issues. Together, they help each other deal with problems and find reasons to live a joyful life.
Awards
56th Academy Awards· 1984
- Actor in a Supporting RoleJack NicholsonWon
- Actress in a Leading RoleShirley MacLaineWon
- Best Picture1984_v7b_Best Picture_1 — James L. BrooksWon
- DirectingJames L. BrooksWon
- Writing (Adapted)James L. Brooks, Larry McMurtryWon
- Actor in a Supporting RoleJohn Lithgow
- Actress in a Leading RoleDebra Winger
- Film EditingRichard Marks
- Music (Original Score)Michael Gore
- Production DesignAnthony Mondello, Harold Michelson, Polly Platt, Tom Pedigo
- SoundDonald O. Mitchell, James R. Alexander, Kevin O'Connell, Rick Kline
Details
Cast
Shirley MacLaine Won 
Debra WingerNominated
Jack Nicholson Won 
Danny DeVito
Jeff Daniels
John LithgowNominated
Lisa Hart Carroll- BBetty King
Huckleberry Fox- TTroy Bishop