Jan 22, 2019 - Technology

Netflix's "Roma" snags 10 Oscar nominations

Marisa Fernandez

Roma's Alfonso Curaon — Alfonso Cuarón poses with Golden Globe Awards. Photo: Mark Ralston/AFP/Getty Images

Netflix’s “Roma” scored 10 Oscar nominations Tuesday, including its director and cinematographer Alfonso Cuarón snagging best picture, director and cinematographer nods.

Why it matters: If "Roma” were to win best picture, it would become the first foreign language film to ever win in the category, as well as a huge win for Netflix.

Full list of Roma nominations:

Best picture
Alfonso Cuarón for best director
Yalitza Aparicio for lead actress
Marina de Tavira for supporting actress
Alfonso Cuarón for original screenplay
Alfonso Cuarón for cinematography
Best foreign language film
Sound editing
Sound mixing
Production design

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