The Oscars

[Matterhorn Fan]

Originally Posted by flippyshark

I like Chris Rock a lot, especially in his HBO concerts, but I get a feeling this will probably be his only outing at the Oscars. The folks in the theater just weren't laughing much.

Funny, HTH and I had that conversation about an hour ago.

[Name]

I haven't seen Ray, but I have seen Jamie Foxx perform as the Ray character on other shows(talk shows, etc) and they were all spectacular performances. Definitely has come a long way since the in living color days.

[mousepod]

My .02: Just like the Grammys, the Oscars this year was a mildly entertaining tv show. The pool of films from which the academy members chose was exceedingly narrow and predictable (with the major exception of the nominated Actress movies). Bummer about Scorsese. Bummer about Johnny Depp. ...and why has no one here mentioned Brad Bird? Yay for him. (ps. if you don't already own it, buy The Incredibles soundtrack CD. It is easily the swankiest score of the year - John Barry meets Henry Mancini).

[Cadaverous Pallor]

Originally Posted by mousepod

...and why has no one here mentioned Brad Bird? Yay for him.

Oh totally! But it wasn't as if there was any competition for that category. I didnt' know The Incredibles had so many noms - it was rather impressive for an animated film.

Oh, and I love me some Johnny, but why does he have to look so serious all the time? http://www.oscar.com/oscarnight/redcarpet/34564.html He looked so stiff and serious in his seat. I did see him smile and such but still, so uptight. And I have to admit that I really don't like the facial hair and the jacket looks like he's going to prom! Bummer all around.

[Eliza Hodgkins 1812]

Originally Posted by Cadaverous Pallor

Oh, and I love me some Johnny, but why does he have to look so serious all the time? http://www.oscar.com/oscarnight/redcarpet/34564.html He looked so stiff and serious in his seat. I did see him smile and such but still, so uptight. And I have to admit that I really don't like the facial hair and the jacket looks like he's going to prom! Bummer all around.

Oh, that is a bit disappointing. I could deal with the facial hair. Kinda reminds me of Edgar Allan Poe. But that's not a very flattering suit. On anyone. Yeesh.

[Prudence]

I'm going to go against popular opinion and give two snaps for having the technical awards folks on stage. For the most part, these aren't big name people recognizable on sight and if they get a few more seconds of honor by standing up on that stage, yay for them.

My husband noticed that Miss Zellweger looked better with her Bridget Jones weight.

And why does Natalie Portman always wear dresses that accentuate her lack of cleavage?

Major kudos to Mr. Foxx for bringing his daughter (dressed appropriately for her age, I might add.)

What was up with Melanie Griffith and the cane?

[lizziebith]

Aw Jeez...the Academy Awards were tonight? I'm seriously out of touch w/pop cultcha'

[Jazzman]

Well, I just finished watching my taped Oscars (hot date tonight, had to timer them) and I have to say that I enjoyed this year a lot more than recent years. They seemed really scaled back and not as over the top, which I appreciated. My thoughts:

-First. Hurray for Balcony Lady's giganti-boobs! (And the rewind button! ) Woo hoo! Oscar history in the making, right there.

-Hated the "Oscar at your seat" idea. Felt cheap. Loved Rock's crack about it.

-Loved the Carson tribute. Very touching, and showed what a difference real class makes.

-Balcony Lady's enormous boo.... Oh, sorry, covered that.

-Best Speech was definitely the recipient for the best song. Forgot his name, but very swanky route to go with his choice of acceptance speech.

-Clint Eastwood is truly worthy of his stardom. Today's John Wayne, only oozing dignity and charm.

-Morgan Freeman finally received the honor he truly deserves. It's about time!

-Jeremy Irons deadpanning at the background clanging was priceless.

-The pairing of Penelope Cruz and Salma Hayek, and Salma's cleavage. Wow. I've had that dream several times....

-Jamie Foxx has completely won me over. If his speech wasn't worthy of teary eyes, then I don't know what is. And his daughter; what a little scene stealer! Bravo Mr. Foxx!

[Chernabog]

Originally Posted by Jazzman

-First. Hurray for Balcony Lady's giganti-boobs! (And the rewind button! ) Woo hoo! Oscar history in the making, right there.

I watched the Oscars over at Al's house tonite and we very much enjoyed how this lady's tits clapped along with her. But not at the same time. It was almost as if... they had a mind of their own! OOOOOOhhhh. Spookay!

Also... did anyone notice that when that chick from Phantom came on, she had her mic set in between her breasts and you could HEAR HER HEART BEATING? ROFL..... The whole rest of the evening I was going "Oh Pierre! ... You shouldn't have COME!" (Please tell me I am not the only one that gets that reference).

[Gemini Cricket]

Originally Posted by Chernabog

"Oh Pierre! ... You shouldn't have COME!" (Please tell me I am not the only one that gets that reference).

Lina! "I can't stannum!"