With filming now completed, the movie moved into the editing phase, which took months. He was called back to read one line again, because somehow it had become garbled in the original recording. But fortunately that was all that was required from him in that phase. The movie was scheduled for a fall debut. We were both surprised when the Academy Award nominations were released. Both Bill and Derrick were nominated, one for best actor and one for best supporting actor, for their film from last Christmas. The movie was also nominated for Best Picture, as well as a few other awards. On the big afternoon, when all of Hollywood showed up in their Sunday finest, we were there as well. This was a new experience for both of us. Derrick and his wife were there too. This would be the first time since the big blowup that I saw Derrick. I was not looking forward to seeing him again, but both Moira and Bill repeatedly told me that it was essential that I maintain proper decorum at this event. I was to smile and be polite at all times.
