Going Wild

It seems to be an either/or proposition. Either they like "Into the Wild" or they go for "Atonement." As for the SAG nominations, which came out in the wee hours this morning, they're throwing their weight behind the former. The book-based personal-adventure-coming-of-age-dying-at-peace tale led the pack with four nods, including much-deserved recognition for Hal Holbrook, Emile Hirsch and Catherine Keener.

Not so strange that actors would lean toward an actor's film, which is a passion project from one of Hollywood's favorite and most respected actors.

And finally, some holiday hugs for "3:10 to Yuma," which has been unfairly overlooked in a number of critics' year-end polls. Do people really dislike Russell Crowe enough these days to discard one of the best pictures of the year? SAG apparently doesn't hold a grudge, putting "3:10" in the list for best performance by a cast, along with "Hairspray," "Into the Wild," "American Gangster" and "No Country for Old Men."

Couple quick reactions to the list: No "Sweeney Todd?" No Johnny Depp? How dast you, sirrahs? Why nominate both Tommy Lee Jones and Javier Bardem, and why nominate Cate Blanchett twice?

The SAG nominations reflect last week's Critics Choice in embracing "Into the Wild," which was stiffed by the Golden Globes, though the actors' opinions could be more reflective of potential Oscar nominations and hold more sway because the group is made up of industry pros rather than reviewers and journalists, says Oscar blogger Kris Tapley.

THR has the full list. Pick it over and report back. TV nods will get their own post momentarily.