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He has done impressive film work for years, beginning with his performance as a teen in "Empire of the Sun," Steven Spielberg's 1987 World War II drama. It was only a matter of time before he was recognized by the Academy. Critics and other awards groups have been almost universal in their praise of Bale's performance as boxer-turned-trainer Dicky Eklund in "The Fighter."

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