If you feel that the right movies were not mentioned for nomination by the Academy Awards, there is a chance to vote your own opinion. The alternative news website Alternet has a page where they have their own movie awards nominations, and give people a chance to cast votes. The categories are thematic rather than strict aspects of a film. They even employ the more progressive Instant Runoff Voting system (IRV) which allows voters to make a first, second, and third choice. Vote early and feel aesthetically empowered.