Monday, March 3, 2014

Alright Alright Alright!

I admit it has taken me a little time to come down from the Oscar high. I admit I am struggling to write this post because I don't want the Award Season to be over. After months of preparation the Academy Awards aired last night and it was fantastic. I felt it had the right tone and all the winners were well deserved.

Can we all give a round of applause for Ellen DeGeneres. She was absolutely perfect last night. Anyone who can create the greatest selfie in selfie history will always be my hero. Everything about that moment was flawless.

I felt that all of the musical performances were out of a dream. The performances had me either dancing or moved to tears. When I think I can't love P!nk anymore than I do, she proves me wrong.

I don't know what was in the air last night but we had some of the best acceptance speeches in Oscar history. Jared Leto proved that his soul is as beautiful as his hair. Matthew McConaughey delivered my favorite speech of the night. How he made the conscious decision to turn his career around is truly inspirational. The work he has been doing over the past four years have been spectacular. I really got to watch True Detectives. I have a sneaky suspicion that he might end up getting an Emmy nomination for his work on that show this fall. Can I get a amen for Cate Blanchett calling out sexism this entire award season. I freaking love that women. Lupita Nyong'o has stolen my heart and I can't wait to see what her future has in store for her. It would be dream for her career to take off like my BFF in my head Jennifer Lawrence.

Everyone looked sublime last night.I am not the biggest fashionista so I want go into much detail about the fashion. This moment right here warmed my heart.
The moment when my heart stopped was when the Best Picture was being announced. I had no idea if 12 Years a Slave would take home the grand prize. I was thrilled that it won because it was the best picture of the year in my opinion. Overall, it was a spectacular night and I cannot wait until the Oscars air next year. 

Sunday, March 2, 2014

Showtime: The Oscars are Here

The red carpet has been rolled out. The reporters are honing in their interviewing skills. Hundred of fans are lined up eager to get a glimpse of their favorite stars.  In a short few hours, the biggest award show will begin. Yes, the time has arrived for the Oscars. As an avid film enthusiast the Oscars are a definite highlight for me. In my humble opinion, 2013 was an excellent year for films. I predict that Gravity and 12 Years a Slave will be the biggest winners tonight. Make sure you check out my blog tomorrow for the full rundown of tonight's show. In the meantime, here are my final predictions for tonight.

Best Picture
Will/Should Win: 12 Years a Slave
Could Win: American Hustle

The Best Picture race is really between 12 Years a Slave and Gravity. The reason I choose American Hustle as the film that could win is because I believe the Academy adored the film. There is a possibility that this film will walk away with the grand prize. I hope not but it is a possibility.

Best Director
Will Win: Alfonso Cuaron for Gravity
Should Win:Steve McQueen for 12 Years a Slave
Could Win: David O.Russell for American Hustle

Best Actor
Will Win: Matthew McConaughey for Dallas Buyers Club
Should Win: Chiwetel Ejofor for 12 Years a Slave
Could Win: Leonardo DiCaprio for Wolf of Wall Street

Matthew has been a roll this entire award season. Even though, I will be happy if he won I am rooting for Chiwetel. There is a possibility that Leonardo could sneak up and win this award. If he does, it will be a long time coming.

Best Actress
Will/Should Win: Cate Blanchett for Blue Jasmine
Could Win: Judi Dench for Philomena

Best Supporting Actor
Will/ Should Win: Jared Leto for Dallas Buyers Club
Could Win: Michael Fassbender for 12 Years a Slave

Best Supporting Actress
Will/Should Win: Lupita Nyong'o for 12 Years a Slave
Could Win: Jennifer Lawrence for American Hustle

I will be beside myself if Lupita does not win this award. If she does not win I hope June Squibb wins for her amazing performance in Nebraska.

Best Original Screenplay
Will/ Should Win: Spike Jonze for Her
Could Win: Eric Singer, David O. Russel for American Hustle

Best Adapted Screenplay
Will/Should Win: John Ridley for 12 Years a Slave
Could Win: Steve Coogan for Philomena