benjamin smith came to see it for himself. >> i didn't realize how big this area was until we got out here. i will do a quick walk by. it is pretty big. >> the biggest names in hollywood will be here sunday, including george clooney. he was competing for best actor against brad pitt. the star of the artists, the silent black and white film scored best picture. >> if it won, i would see it for sure. >> movie lover is rooting for meryl streep. >> a real icon. >> absolutely nonnegotiabl . th no nomination for her role. competing against glenn close, michelle williams and viola davis, the star of the civil rights film, the help. >> it's a film that made people feel something. >> win or lose, stars will start their night here on the red carpet, which is covered in white plastic. >> for benjamin smith who wins is just part of the fun. >> just trying to look around and see if we can spot anyone famous as we go along. >> being here, he says, is the real prize. cbs news, hollywood. >> green lantern somehow snubbed once again. by the way, hugo leads all films this year. it has 11 oscar nominati