What will you do instead of watching Oscar? [and now Oscar discussion] - Page 5

Deebs · 02-22-2009, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Ghoulish Delight

The presentation of the big acting awards was fabulous...

Agreement. I really liked the new format, even though my friend just told me he thought the ego stroking was too much to stomach. I agreed that a few of the remarks were over the top, but not so offensive that I could give you an example. And I can't even remember the last time I saw Shirley MacLaine! I enjoyed it.

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I really liked the memorial this year. The multi-screen presentation, a beautiful live song performance. What wasn't to like?

My mom came over and watched with us (she is 83) and cried at that song. She loved the whole show. And actually, I wouldn't have even watched the show at all if she had not asked. I didn't see enough of the nominated films to make the effort worth sitting through the boring bits, but did for Mom.

Hugh Jackman didn't offend me at all. I thought he did a fine job.

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What the hell happened to Sophia Loren. Ouch.

Dude, she's like, 500 years old, give her break. Well, ok, I just checked and she is actually 74. I am sure she's spent just plenty of money and had a lot of work done, but I think she is still beautiful. Her dress was lovely and her hair looked a lot better than Kate Winslet's -- who my mother insisted was wearing a wig.

Cadaverous Pallor · 02-22-2009, 11:31 PM

Yay new format, yay Hugh Jackman! Nearly all of the planned stuff was perfect. I loved the way they handled everything that had been annoying in the past. Medleys, thank you. Movie clips were blended very well. Liked the nods to prior films. Presenters were mostly great. The sets were fantastic. Jackman out-BillyCrystaled Billy Crystal.

Can't believe Wall-E didn't get something for sound. Sound was the entire movie.

Nicole Kidman is the only person who can pull of feathers like that. Just seeing her for those brief moments made me want to see Australia in spite of all I've heard.

Mickey Rourke had one of the best outfits. So many men can't seem to figure out how to do black tie interestingly.

There's a billion other things to say but it's been a long day. Great swanking, LSPE and Tom!

ETA - watching the Oscars in HD means wrinkles, bad makeup, and bad surgery show up even more hideously.

Not Afraid · 02-22-2009, 11:32 PM

I only watched the last 3 awards and liked the format they used. I adore Sophia Loren and I hope I still look that good at 74 (although NM asked if she was Ru Paul).

I saw a total of one winning film - Vicky Christy Barcelona. I only watch any of it for the fashions.

Kevy Baby · 02-22-2009, 11:48 PM

Two other things

I was concerned a little early when there was a miscue on the curtain right at the opening. But that appeared to be the only problem. EXCEPT for...

Did anyone else catch the wardrobe malfunction during the best song performance? After the trilogy of songs, the dancers remained on stage in position (huffing and puffing). One of the dancers who was RIGHT behind whoever was on camera (on the left of the screen) had a very obvious slip of the outfit. Had she not been wearing a flesh colored under-garment, we would have had another Janet Jackson moment. She realized it, but remained professional and did not attempt to correct it until the camera was off her.

Alex · 02-22-2009, 11:52 PM

Oh, and in the last two ceremonies only one out of eight acting awards has gone to an American.

Sean Penn stands alone.

The other seven are Daniel Day-Lewis, Marie Cotillard, Javier Bardem, Tilda Swinton, Kate Winslet, Heath Ledger, and Penelope Cruz.

I hope that Obama got a "Award American" provision into that stimulus bill.

Actually, thanks to the Slumdog run of the 24 awards, at least 16 went to furreners (and based on names likely a couple others but IDMB doesn't have their birthplaces) .

innerSpaceman · 02-23-2009, 12:00 AM

I agree with Alex about the annoying redundency in the presentation of many tech and art direction awards. It was stupid, but didn't bother me all that much. Especially in light of all the other drastic improvements.

Really, there have been so many years where they've claimed to reinvent the show because it was sucking so badly ... and this is the first time such an effort has ever actually been an improvement.

Morrigoon · 02-23-2009, 12:58 AM

I really, REALLY liked the new format. I loved the bit with the very personal tributes to each of the nominees.

I do wish they'd at least list the other winners before commercial breaks or something.

Gemini Cricket · 02-23-2009, 01:35 AM

Very happy for the Milk wins. Didn't see a shred off footage yet. Love Dustin and Sean's speeches. Kudos to them!

innerSpaceman · 02-23-2009, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Gemini Cricket

Didn't see a shred off footage yet.

Do Not, REPEAT, DO NOT watch the fim montage introducing the Best Director category.

Just trust me. Look away.

lashbear · 02-23-2009, 03:07 AM

It starts in a little less than 30 minutes !! YAY.

02-22-2009, 11:31 PM	#2
Cadaverous Pallor ohhhh baby Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Parental Bliss Posts: 12,364	Yay new format, yay Hugh Jackman! Nearly all of the planned stuff was perfect. I loved the way they handled everything that had been annoying in the past. Medleys, thank you. Movie clips were blended very well. Liked the nods to prior films. Presenters were mostly great. The sets were fantastic. Jackman out-BillyCrystaled Billy Crystal. Can't believe Wall-E didn't get something for sound. Sound was the entire movie. Nicole Kidman is the only person who can pull of feathers like that. Just seeing her for those brief moments made me want to see Australia in spite of all I've heard. Mickey Rourke had one of the best outfits. So many men can't seem to figure out how to do black tie interestingly. There's a billion other things to say but it's been a long day. Great swanking, LSPE and Tom! ETA - watching the Oscars in HD means wrinkles, bad makeup, and bad surgery show up even more hideously. __________________ The second star to the right shines in the night for you
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02-22-2009, 11:32 PM	#3
Not Afraid HI! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 17,108	I only watched the last 3 awards and liked the format they used. I adore Sophia Loren and I hope I still look that good at 74 (although NM asked if she was Ru Paul). I saw a total of one winning film - Vicky Christy Barcelona. I only watch any of it for the fashions.
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02-22-2009, 11:48 PM	#4
Kevy Baby Chowder Head Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Yes Posts: 18,500	Two other things I was concerned a little early when there was a miscue on the curtain right at the opening. But that appeared to be the only problem. EXCEPT for... Did anyone else catch the wardrobe malfunction during the best song performance? After the trilogy of songs, the dancers remained on stage in position (huffing and puffing). One of the dancers who was RIGHT behind whoever was on camera (on the left of the screen) had a very obvious slip of the outfit. Had she not been wearing a flesh colored under-garment, we would have had another Janet Jackson moment. She realized it, but remained professional and did not attempt to correct it until the camera was off her. __________________ The thing about quotes on the internet is that you cannot verify their validity. - Abraham Lincoln
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02-22-2009, 11:52 PM	#5
Alex . Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 13,354	Oh, and in the last two ceremonies only one out of eight acting awards has gone to an American. Sean Penn stands alone. The other seven are Daniel Day-Lewis, Marie Cotillard, Javier Bardem, Tilda Swinton, Kate Winslet, Heath Ledger, and Penelope Cruz. I hope that Obama got a "Award American" provision into that stimulus bill. Actually, thanks to the Slumdog run of the 24 awards, at least 16 went to furreners (and based on names likely a couple others but IDMB doesn't have their birthplaces) .
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02-23-2009, 12:00 AM	#6
innerSpaceman Kink of Swank Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inner Space Posts: 13,075	I agree with Alex about the annoying redundency in the presentation of many tech and art direction awards. It was stupid, but didn't bother me all that much. Especially in light of all the other drastic improvements. Really, there have been so many years where they've claimed to reinvent the show because it was sucking so badly ... and this is the first time such an effort has ever actually been an improvement.
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02-23-2009, 12:58 AM	#7
Morrigoon I throw stones at houses Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Location: Location Posts: 9,534	I really, REALLY liked the new format. I loved the bit with the very personal tributes to each of the nominees. I do wish they'd at least list the other winners before commercial breaks or something. __________________ http://bash.org/?top "It is useless for sheep to pass a resolution in favor of vegetarianism while wolves remain of a different opinion." -- William Randolph Inge
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02-23-2009, 01:35 AM	#8
Gemini Cricket ... Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 13,244	Very happy for the Milk wins. Didn't see a shred off footage yet. Love Dustin and Sean's speeches. Kudos to them!
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02-23-2009, 03:07 AM	#10
lashbear SwishBuckling Bear Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: In Isolation :) Posts: 6,597	It starts in a little less than 30 minutes !! YAY. __________________ *I Heart* my Husband - I can't think of anyone I'd rather be in isolation with.**
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