01/24/2012 01:23:00 PMCongratulations to UNT alumnus John Norris whose movie, The Help, received an Oscar nomination for Best Picture. Green Pridestory Congratulations to UNT alumnus John Norris whose movie, The Help, received an Oscar nomination for Best Picture. Norris served as executive producer of the film. The film also received nominations for Actress in a Leading Role and Actress in a Supporting Role. Check out our other alums in the industry.