are there any rules for a film to abide to be nominated for this award?
There are ten shortlisted finalists, produce five nominees. No more than four people may be nominated for a single film.
Academy Award for Best Visual Effects
Usually, there are three nominated films. In 1979, there were five films nominated. Sometimes, no award is given. Other times, a single film is given the award outright.

In 2007, it was decided that a list of no more than 15 eligible films would be chosen, from which a maximum of seven would be shortlisted for further consideration. A vote would then proceed, with a maximum of three nominees. Since 2010, there are ten shortlisted finalists which, using a form of range voting, produce five nominees. No more than four people may be nominated for a single film.

when did the second spider man movie come out In 2004. who was casted for the title role? The cast are Tobey Maguire alongside Kirsten Dunst, James Franco, Alfred Molina, Rosemary Harris, and Donna Murphy. who is the antagonist in this film? Dr. Otto Octavius. where did the filming take place? It was shot on over one hundred sets and locations, beginning with Chicago, New York City, Los Angeles. who were responsible for graphical effects in the film? Edge FX. has the film won any award? Yes, It has won Academy Award for Best Visual Effects, Saturn Awards, Best Actor, Best Director, Best Fantasy Film, Best Special Effects, and Best Writer, 2004's ten best films. can you name any other film that has won or nominated under the first award category? "Wings", "King Kong", "Spawn of the North".
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Academy Award for Best Visual Effects [SEP] Rules
Usually, there are three nominated films. In 1979, there were five films nominated. Sometimes, no award is given. Other times, a single film is given the award outright. In 2007, it was decided that a list of no more than 15 eligible films would be chosen, from which a maximum of seven would be shortlisted for further consideration. A vote would then proceed, with a maximum of three nominees. Since 2010, there are ten shortlisted finalists which, using a form of range voting, produce five nominees. No more than four people may be nominated for a single film. According to the official Academy Award rules, the criteria are: