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Host-less Oscars a Tense Telecast

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For the first time in 30 years, the Oscars had no host. And it definitely offered a different vibe. Without someone to go back to every once in a while, this viewer simply had to hang on for the ride. It’s like when a teacher calls in sick and gives a substitute a lesson plan […]
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LCJ’s 2019 Oscar Predictions

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So much has been discussed about this year’s Oscars that it’s not worth re-iterating. The host-less show will be what it is. Surprise wins are key for making a memorable three-ish hour telecast. Maybe Richard E. Grant or six-time nominee Amy Adams will shake-up the Supporting races. The Screenplay categories are anyone’s game. Rami Malek […]
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2019 Oscar Nominations React

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As usual, this year’s Academy Award nominations are filled with snubs and surprises. Here’s my 2019 Oscar Nominations react: 8 nominees for Best Picture. “If Beale Street Could Talk” isn’t one of them, which is likely a huge disappointment to studio Annapurna. At least Regina King (a SAG nominee snub) is up for Best Supporting […]
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Snubs and Surprises from Critics Choice Nominations

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Nominations for the 23rd Annual Critics Choice Awards are out! “The Shape of Water” leads all film nominations with 14. Due to ties, there are 7 nominees in Best Director, Best Actor and Best Supporting Actress categories. Here are the 9 biggest categories: Best Picture The Big Sick Call Me by Your Name Darkest Hour […]
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The Best Movies That Lost Best Picture

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“LA LA LAND” easily lands on my list of the best movies that were nominated for – but lost – the Best Picture Academy Award. Joining the dazzling musical are the following films (and no – “Star Wars” and “Citizen Kane” are NOT among this lineup): “TOY STORY 3” 2011 Oscars Lost To: “The King’s Speech” Also Nominated: “127 […]
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