Even though I never manage to see all the Best Picture nominated films, I always am very excited for the Oscars each year. I love the glitz and the glamour and seeing some of my favorite stars get recognition for their work. This year’s Oscars was made all the more better by Neil Patrick Harris’ opening act and the rather squee-worthy “upset” in the Best Picture category!
Below is my take on the 2010 Academy Awards. This covers both the red carpet (an abbreviated version compared to the one I did for the Golden Globes as my list was starting to get too lengthy with my elaboration) and the results of the awards portion of the evening.
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Posted on March 7, 2010 | Categories: Reviews | Tags: movies
Tagline: The story of a man ready to make a connection 
Starring: George Clooney, Vera Farmiga, Anna Kendrick, Jason Bateman
Summary: Ryan Bingham (George Clooney) and his job as a corporate downsizing expert is placed into jeopardy and as a result, his cherished isolated and baggage-free (both physically and metaphorically) lifestyle comes into question and under threat
5 Words/Phrases: Great use of dry humor in the script; very surprised to see Anna Kendrick in a non-Twilight film; the two main characters were believable satires; humorous observations about jet-set life; spot-on casting
Most Impressed By: The dynamics between Ryan and Natalie (Anna Kendrick) really added to the film
Least Impressed By: A particular turn in Ryan’s personal life (can’t say anything more without it being a spoiler!)
Comments: I know Clooney is always superb in these roles, but I really loved him as Ryan in this film
Overall Rating: 8.5/10
Posted on February 19, 2010 | Categories: Reviews | Tags: movies
Tagline: The blind side 
Starring: Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw, Quinton Aaron, Jae Head, Lily Collins
Summary: Michael Oher (Quinton Aaron), a homeless African-American teenager, is taken into the care of the Sean (Tim McGraw) and Leigh Anne Tuohy (Sandra Bullock), allowing for both the Tuohy family and Michael to embark on a journey of self-discovery, breaking boundaries and reaching one’s potential
5 Words/Phrases: Great acting; nice sprinkle of comedic moments throughout the movie; had a surprisingly light feel for certain parts of the movie; nice progression of storyline; ad campaign generated a different feel for the movie than expected
Most Impressed By: The performances of Sandra Bullock and Jae Head – both were absolutely phenomenal
Least Impressed By: The trailers, posters and other promotional buzz about the movie created a focus on issues that were not necessarily related to the plot itself
Comments: This movie shows Sandra Bullock at her finest
Overall Rating: 8.5/10
