'Once' song green-lighted for Oscars nomination

The song 'Falling Slowly' from the Irish film 'Once' has been passed for inclusion on the Oscars nominations list, according to a report in today's New York Times.

The song - penned by The Frames frontman Glen Hansard and 'Once' co-star Marketa Irglova - had been uncertain of entry after questions were raised over whether it had been written specifically for the film.