Comments on: Oscars Excitement Arrives

By: Kenna McHugh

Kenna McHugh — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 21:47:00 +0000

Okay. What about Anderson for “Blood.” He’s been making cutting edge movies for a long time as well. He deserves to win too.

By: eoin o'faolain

eoin o'faolain — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 18:30:13 +0000

But surely the Coens are valid for winning an Oscar for both of your criteria. They’ve been making mostly quality movies since the 80s, and haven’t been recognised, PLUS Fargo deserved a few more Oscars. Way more than Gilroy, who is really just a writer.

By: Kenna McHugh

Kenna McHugh — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 15:03:20 +0000

Yes, they were all good. I just don't think the Coen brothers win in the Oscar. The Academy awards Oscars in a different fashion. Many times it's based on a person's career or lack of winning a earlier time.

"Juno" winning the Spirit Award is great news. It's an excellent movie with new talent.

By: eoin o'faolain

eoin o'faolain — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 11:36:43 +0000

I think the world is in agreement that Daniel Day Lewsi deserves the award. I’d personally like to see Casey Affleck win for Jesse James, as his character had more depth, but I’d be happy if (when) Javier wins. Hell, ever actor in the Best Support category was amazing.

By: Kenna McHugh

Kenna McHugh — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 20:11:36 +0000

Yes, Bardem. I corrected it. Thanks.

By: Kenna McHugh

Kenna McHugh — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 20:10:36 +0000

Sure. It’s a standard movie that delivers well. Ruby Dee will get the Oscar because of her career not display. I could be off but it’s a pick. Some of the picks we agree, yes?

By: livingdots

livingdots — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 19:54:54 +0000

Javier B-a-r-d-e-m?

By: eoin o'faolain

eoin o'faolain — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 18:37:09 +0000

Michael Clayton over No Country and Blood? Gilroy over Schnabel and the Coens? Care to elaborate?

Also Ruby Dee for support? She’s in the movie for about 3 minutes and strikes the same note over and over. Her performance makes Judi Dench’s role in Shakespeare in Love look like a lead! I’d place Blanchett as Bob or Saoirse Ronan way above Dee.