in the scene where lamarr talks to his band of bad guys, he says, "you men are only risking your lives, while i am risking an almost-certain academy award nomination for best supporting actor!" harvey korman did not, in fact, get an oscar nomination. the movie did receive three other academy awards nominations in 1974: best actress in a supporting role for madeline kahn, best film editing, and best music, original song. the movie also earned two bafta awards nominations, for best newcomer (cleavon little) and best screenplay.