We knew it would be bad when the 2022 Oscars said they were going to be giving out 8 Oscars “pre-ceremony.” However we couldn’t have predicted it would have been as insulting as what actually occurred. There was apparently enough time for Beyoncé to perform her entire number (and NO disrespect to Queen Bey) but…
At this point even as fervent film fans we find ourselves feeling lackluster about the 2022 Academy Awards. Cinema is still reeling (get it?!) from production and release delays due to COVID. The divide between what the “industry” feels is awardworthy and what “general audiences” deem watchable seems greater than ever. This is honestly the…
In what was a fittingly underwhelming 2021 Academy Awards telecast for a fittingly underwhelming year, here are our reactions to the show. The intros and speeches went so long and were so stilted. While there were some historic diverse wins, they felt undermined by choices the Academy Awards telecast producers made. We were also deeply…
We don’t even know how to evaluate the 2021 Academy Awards. We also honestly don’t know if we should care. Still we respect and are grateful to everyone willing to put their content out there in a year where we were desperate for entertainment. However had this been a “normal” year we’re pretty confident we…
We welcome Academy Award nominated director Erick Oh (on the week of the 93rd Academy Awards!) to talk about his short animated film Opera and how it sits at the intersection of film and fine art. Also the state of the animation industry, Asian / AAPI representation, and what it’s really like to have a…
Jessica. Only Child. Illinois. Legends. credit: Nick Agro / ©A.M.P.A.S. WHAT A NIGHT. Normally I am severely disappointed by The Oscars, but this year had some unexpected (but much deserved) wins that make me think there might be a smidgeon of hope for The Academy. Congrats “Parasite!!! From the bizarre opening dance number featuring costumes…
92nd Oscars® nominees at the Oscar Nominee Luncheon held at the Ray Dolby Ballroom, Monday, January 27, 2020. credit: Todd Wawrychuk / ©A.M.P.A.S. Another year where minorities and women were overlooked! Let’s take a look at this mish-mosh of nominees and at some folks who should have been nominated. Best PictureAs is becoming par…
I legitimately need someone to explain to me why Maya Rudolph, Tina Fey, and Amy Poehler weren’t the hosts this year. Photo Credit: Aaron Poole / A.M.P.A.S. What did we learn from this year’s Academy Awards? Well the show actually seems to run just fine without a host. It was a great night for women…
Much like the chaotic mess that is this year’s host-less Oscars, predicting them has been equally tumultuous. It’s going to make for some great drinking games, and some not stunning upsets since there are fewer clear categories than in past years. Best PictureUnfortunately at this point I think “Green Book” will win because it’s the…