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Post by nycgirl on Feb 19, 2013 18:25:15 GMT
Well, I wasn't sure a few weeks ago, but now it looks like Argo is for sure going to take the Oscar for Best Picture.
Riva's BAFTA win was nice and unexpected. Still, the Oscar is probably going to go to one of the young 'uns. Signs point to Jennifer Lawrence, though I personally prefer Jessica Chastain.
I'm happy for Argo's success, but I must say its SAG award for best cast doesn't make sense. The only actor nominated individually was Alan Arkin. It stands to reason the best cast would have multiple nominations, so it should have gone to SLP or Lincoln. Oh well, it just further confirms that voters love Argo.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2013 18:31:49 GMT
I haven't seen Lincoln yet, but I will try to drag myself to see it this week. I have unfortunately seen too many reviews that say "boring & too long." However, it looks pretty much like a sure bet that Daniel Day-Lewis will win another best actor Oscar.
Meanwhile, The Intouchables won Best European Film at the Spanish Goya awards last Sunday. Best picture went to Blanca Nieves, a silent black & white movie (hmmmm....) which I have to admit that I have not seen either even though it's been out here for about a month.
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Post by nycgirl on Feb 20, 2013 17:21:33 GMT
I'm a fan of DDL and Spielberg, so I want to see Lincoln for those reasons alone. However, one of the criticisms I read about that I find disappointing is the lack of strong black characters. Apparently the film neglects to show, even peripherally, that African-Americans were agents in their own liberation. Even Frederick Douglas is completely omitted.
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Post by lagatta on Feb 21, 2013 12:22:03 GMT
That is shameful in this day and age. Just a short capsule article among the array that come up when googling "African-American Abolitionists". www.gilderlehrman.org/history-by-era/african-americans-and-emancipation/essays/allies-for-emancipation-black-abolitionists Slave narratives were also instrumental in raising awareness among Northerners as to the evils of the "Peculiar Institution". And there were more than a few Black people among those Northerners. And has a film even been made about the life of Harriet Tubman? I haven't seen Django and won't - I hate gratuitous gorefests, though the idea of an ex-slave as an avenger appeals. But other than the Django character, I've read the same critique, about the slaves as passive in their story.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 22, 2013 23:43:42 GMT
I only got 7 of the 21 César awards right. Amour was the big winner -- best film, best director, best actor, best actress. Most of the other awards were more equitable.
I'll try to find a link to put on the red carpet thread, but frankly I did not see very many extravagant costumes.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 23, 2013 0:19:39 GMT
It should also be mentioned that there was obviously injustice when the film with the most nominations -- 13 -- Camille Redouble did not win a single award. Thirteen nominations was far too many for that film, but it obviously deserved something. Perhaps there should be an automatic award for the film that got the most nominations.
Kevin Costner was the foreign star who received an honorary award. It was a bit strange to see him cry.
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Post by htmb on Feb 23, 2013 0:34:15 GMT
You probably already know that Kevin C is filming somewhere in Paris.
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Post by nycgirl on Feb 23, 2013 2:09:46 GMT
And has a film even been made about the life of Harriet Tubman? There's an idea! I'd see it. I haven't seen Django and won't - I hate gratuitous gorefests, though the idea of an ex-slave as an avenger appeals. But other than the Django character, I've read the same critique, about the slaves as passive in their story. Yes, the talented Kerry Washington had a near-wordless part as the damsel in distress. Tarantino actually writes a lot of strong female roles (like the vengeful Shosana in Inglourious Besterds), so I was disappointed. There was even a beyond-cliched fainting scene.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 24, 2013 17:39:15 GMT
After the awards ceremony in France, there is a gala dinner at Fouquet's on the Champs Elysées for all of the winners and losers. They have to build extra space to be able to accommodate everybody.
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Post by nycgirl on Feb 25, 2013 1:27:04 GMT
And now, the moment you all haven't been waiting for. My predictions:
Best Pic- Argo Best Director- Steven Spielberg Best Actor- Daniel Day Lewis Best Actress- Jennifer Lawrence Best Supporting Actor- Tommy Lee Jones Best Supporting Actress- Anne Hathaway Best Original Screenplay- Amour Best Adapted Screenplay- Argo Best Foreign Film- Amour Best Song- Skyfall Best Score- Lincoln Best Costume: Anna Karenina Best Cinematography- Life of Pi Best Visual Effects- Life of Pi Best Animated Film- Wreck It, Ralph
We'll find out if I'm right shortly!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 25, 2013 10:21:40 GMT
Sometimes I like it when the awards are all spread around like they were this time -- but sometimes it just makes it clear that there was no truly exceptional film. Last year the top film won only 5 Oscars -- but this year the film with the most Oscars won just 4, mostly technical.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 25, 2013 14:19:31 GMT
I cannot believe that Quentin Tarantino got the Oscar for best screenplay. Boggles my mind.
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Post by auntieannie on Feb 25, 2013 14:28:55 GMT
impressive predictions, NYCG! you nailed a lot of them.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 25, 2013 14:30:40 GMT
impressive predictions, NYCG! you nailed a lot of them. I agree, I thought it was the official list at first. Almost 'spot on' NYCgirl!!!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 25, 2013 22:30:01 GMT
I looked up Shirley Bassey's age in order to give her extra points in spite of her somewhat mediocre rendition of Goldfinger. Now that I know she is 76 years old, I think the performance was exceptional.
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Post by htmb on Feb 25, 2013 22:32:52 GMT
Incredible for her age, that's for sure.
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Post by bixaorellana on Feb 25, 2013 22:45:06 GMT
Well after all, there is nothing like a Dame.
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Post by htmb on Feb 25, 2013 22:50:28 GMT
Nothing, in this world. ;D
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Post by nycgirl on Feb 26, 2013 3:50:36 GMT
impressive predictions, NYCG! you nailed a lot of them. Thanks! I'm disappointed I got Best Director wrong, that's a big one. I'm happy for Ang Lee though, even if he did mess up my score card.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 27, 2013 19:52:30 GMT
If you have an alternative sense of humour, the fake Michael Haneke account that tweets like a lol cat is hilarious. Here is some of what he tweeted during Oscar night.
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