Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture
The big one of the night and it's a tough call. I'm going to go with the cast of "Birdman". Michael Keaton leads a cast filled with well-written female supporting roles and Emma Stone, Naomi Watts, Andrea Riseborough and Amy Ryan all nail it. You can't count out the great work by Edward Norton either. The talented ensembles of "The Grand Budapest Hotel" and "Boyhood" are alternate possibilities to take the stage though.
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role
It's going to be a tight one, but I think SAG will go with Michael Keaton for his tour de force performance in "Birdman". Eddie Redmayne and Benedict Cumberbatch are right on his heels though. The degree of difficulty for all five performances is high.
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role
Julianne Moore has been delightful throughout the season in every interview and on every show. More importantly, she is loved by the people she works with and her work in "Still Alice" is difficult and layered. If anyone upsets, I think it would be Reese Witherspoon or Rosamund Pike.
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role
J.K. Simmons has dominated the season for a reason. His work in "Whiplash" is scary and unforgettable. He is getting some of his first major industry recognition after a long time in the business. He has worked with most of the actors who are going to be in the room. Edward Norton's turn in "Birdman" may prove a possible spoiler.
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role
I think Patricia Arquette is a sure bet in this category. She turns in incredible work in "Boyhood" and her scenes with Ellar Coltrane are raw and heartbreaking. She is loved by her fellow actors. Emma Stone would be the surprise win here.
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