Gail | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 06:08 am  This evening is 73rd Annual Academy Awards. I just wanted to start a thread where we can talk about the oscars - anything and everything. I want Gladiator to get the oscar for best picture and I would be okay with Russell Crowe getting the best oscar award. I did see Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and will agree with Guru that it was a wonderful movie also. I also saw Castaway and thought Tom Hanks did a good job butI really liked what Russell Crowe brought to his roll in Gladiator. I also have to say that I can never figure out what is the deal with some of the actresses. Many of them show up looking stunning. But, for some reason in trying to stand out, some of them go to great lengths to look different in a bad way. I watch in a amazement as they show up and wonder who let them go out like that? Like some of the hairstyles are just too weird. And, some of those dresses and gowns are just terrible. Anyways, I was just wondering if anyone else has thoughts or comments about the Oscars. |
Enbwife | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 08:39 am  I agree Gail. Gladiator was awesome!!! It will be a difficult choice between Russell Crowe and Tom Hanks. Both did an amazing job. I would also like to see Julia Roberts win for Erin Brokovich. She played that part so well. I love watching Joan and Melissa Rivers before the show begins talking about everyone's outfits. It's a real laugh! |
Resortgirl | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 09:16 am  I love Russell Crowe in Gladiator... but I have to disagree on Julia Roberts. I liked the movie, but I didn't see her doing anything incredible with the part. She was "Julia Roberts" playing Erin Brokovich. Unfortunately, that is the only movie I saw up for "best actress" so I can't really add anything else intelligent to this converstaion so I'm going to shutup and go back to bed! |
Soeur | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 09:21 am  We have the dip mixed and the chips ready. I'm getting all prep for the week out of the way now and we are going to settle in for the whole deal. Usually I am the only one who lasts to the bitter end but tonight should be different. My hubby and I made it our little project to see all the top nominated movies and are pumped for the fun. I am disappointed by Barbara Walter's guests, pre-Oscar duds by my reckoning. Ah well... We went to Crouching Tiger twice because we liked it so much. That one in our personal fave. But -- we also saw Gladiator twice . The films this year are all wonderful. Chocolat was a great book and they did a terrific adaptation. I love the outfits, elegant, tacky, skimpy, glittery, slippery as over-the-top as they get, yeah! |
Bearcatuc | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 09:26 am  I don't even watch the Oscars. I prefer to watch the preshow with Joan & Melissa Rivers, so I can get a good look at what everyone is wearing. Most of today's Oscar nominee's are bought by the Studios, rather then actually earned. |
Soeur | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 09:34 am  Here are our pics: (we have really gotten into it this year} Best Actor-leading who should win: Russell Crowe who will win: Tom Hanks Best Actor-supporting who should win: Benicio Del Toro who will win: Benicio Best Actress-leading (not an exciting list this year) Julia Roberts Best Actress-supporting: Judi Dench Kate Hudson Art Direction: Crouching Tiger Cinematography: Crouching Tiger Costume Design: Crouching Tiger or Gladiator Best Director: ANG LEE Film Editing: Traffic Foreign Language: Crouching Tiger Makeup: Grinch Music: Crouching Tiger Song: Song from Crouching Tiger Best Picture: Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon Sound: Perfect Storm Visual Effects: Hollow Man Screenplay(adapted): Chocolat Screenplay(original): Gladiator Almost Famous |
Moondance | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 09:42 am  Joan & Melissa are great... too funny! Actually the Academy is very old Hollywood and is very protective on being swayed by the studios... Granted there is such a media blitz and a ton of money pumped in for the Movies to be nominated but that is mainly to get numbers into the theater… That said, it is a popularity contest per say in the Academy and they do seem to vote with the popular vibe... I think Gladiator is a big pop vote but the Academy feels a little guilty I hear because Traffic was such a GREAT movie ... writing - directing - acting... No comparison. Tom Hanks I think will get the Best Actor and Julia the best Actress... Kate Hudson Best supporting ... Just from reading the trades and the feel of the industry... this year they will go favorites for sure... just an insider opinion |
Moondance | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 09:43 am  Go Sis... pretty good! |
Rollerboy | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 10:08 am  Sorry, but Erin Brokovich was just a highly promoted, big budgeted TV movie of the week. The only time Julia Roberts has played a real character was in Splash. The rest of the time, I agree with Rgirl, it's just Julia playing Julia. Also, Tom Hanks?? A vanity production. The soccer ball carried the movie. Russell Crowe and Gladiator rule. The real best movie should be Saving Grace, if anyone saw it. |
Twiggyish | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 10:33 am  The best and most outrageous dresses grace the covers of the popular magazines. But, that is half the fun of it all.. the glitz and the glamour. As to best picture, I think the Crouching Tiger movie should get the nod. I LOVE the Oscars..My SUPERBOWL. =) |
Moondance | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 10:38 am  Roller... Julia wasn't in Splash ... Darrayl Hannah I didn't say I agreed with my pics just what I thought the Academy was going with... usually two different things  |
Rollerboy | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 10:49 am  Sorry about the mistake, make that; Julia has never played a real character. I wasn't directing my comments to you Moon (certainly not on your B'day), just being my usual abrasive sounding self. |
Moondance | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 11:18 am  How could I get mad at a man who says I am 25! |
Fruitbat | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 11:46 am  Wow Soeur. Cool that you saw them all. I usually aim for that and hit most of them. This year I saw very few of the contenders. I adore Julia Roberts but I agree her performance in Erin is not Oscar material. I am dazzled by Kate Hudson. She has poise and is authentic no matter what she is discussing. Darling girl. She will be a big star. I am rooting for her even though I missed her movie. The clips I saw were enough to see her skill. The highlight for me this year will be the pre show for clothes gawking. I totally agree, Gail. In an effort to be unique they, actors and designers alike, lose sight of style as they concentrate on the "look at me" factor. And that we do! I also notice that no matter what a "favorite" is wearing Joan or others rave about their appearance though it could be way off the mark. I'll check out another pre show tonight. I am sick of Joan amd Melissa. She has become a characiture of herself and annoys me and many she snags on the red carpet, as well. Their uneasiness radiates. |
Soeur | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 11:57 am  Ok. I have set up a group at the offical Oscar website (told you I was over the top this year ) I set this group up just for US!!! First go to the following site: oscar site then join, picking a member name and pw and then join the group. Group name: daydins-group password to enter the group: pickem then make your guesses for the winner. There are some serious prizes for the most accurate answers but we can just play for fun. Remember, FIRST join as a member and then you can join the group. |
Willi | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 01:48 pm  I love everything about The Oscars! I have a whole Oscar ritual that mainly involves food. I went to see Chocolat just yesterday and loved it! I also loved Gladiator & Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon. I hope Tom Hanks doesn't win for Castaway. Judi Dench was awesome in Chocolat. I am personally hoping she may be the star who "socks it to" Joan Rivers...Every year I pick the star I hold out the most hope for to give ole Joan the finger or to spit at her Hope Springs Eternal... |
Fruitbat | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 02:08 pm  Hi Willi. I was just in your profile mucking around. No one will ever mess with Joan. Not because they are afraid. I don't think many respect her nor even care if she trashes them. She has little credibility. Too bad, there was a day when she was witty and could have been a larger presence than E! and hawking her jewelry on QVC. She went too far and lost her edge. They won't bother with her because showing she could effect them in anyway would not serve them. She is an annoying fly. Our Oscar ritual revolves around food also. My husband just called from the grocery for ideas. We have settled on jelly donuts from Dunkin Donuts, salad (just for show) chocolate ice cream, Lays potato chips and cognac. |
Willi | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 02:19 pm  I agree about Joan. I used to enjoy her. A long time ago. I still want someone to give her the finger just for my own quick thrills and because I know deep down it'll never happen but I enjoy thinking about it Muck around all you like. With all this rain & snow melt...I think I'll be mucking all over the place for quite some time. Cognac & donuts. Divine! I'm starting on my appetizers right now...Crab stuffed mushrooms...Then, I'll move onto my shrimp...Then onto my shortbread & chocolates and I am planning on some nutty supreme Fresh Joe decaf coffee with some amaretto mixed in topped with whipped cream and more chocolate. I had my salad (for show) for lunch. Good thing this comes around only once a year. |
Willi | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 02:20 pm  HRH, You gave me a GREAT idea for a must-have accessory when/if I ever meander down that red carpet...A jewel studded fly swatter. |
Leap | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 03:50 pm  Hi all, back from a long weekend away and I see a great topic. I love the Oscars. (Unfortunately, they are becoming more commercialized and the best of the bunch is not always nominated or successful in winning.) I usually host a party, but since we were away, I chose not to this year. Here are my favs. I don't know if they will win or not: Movie - CTHD or Traffic Actor - Ed Harris Actress - Laura Linney or Joan Allen S. Actor - B. Del Toro S. Actress - M. G. Harden I don't have cable so I never watch the Joan Rivers thing. It sounds really funny. I have not checked any of the other topics on the site but I hope you all had a stimulating weekend. Will check back after the show. |
Twiggyish | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 04:20 pm  Soeur, I think this your group is great. So all our combined totals will be counted? I see we all agree on some of the topics. If you all get a chance go and do the survey and link on Soeur's post! |
Twiggyish | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 04:29 pm  That should say, I think this group thing is great..lol My typing is faster than my brain sometimes. |
Rollerboy | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 05:07 pm  Ok, here are my guesses: Picture: Gladiator Director: S Soderbergh for Traffic Actor: Ed Harris Actress: Laura Linney Supp Actor: Willem Dafoe Supp Actress: Marcia Gay Harden These are the people (and picture) I think deserve to win. I also think that they will win. "The Show Biz" can't be all money and politics. All the food talk is torture. |
Guruchaz | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 07:37 pm  I hope "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" and Ang Lee get a few awards too. I liked that movie equally as much as Gladiator. |
Juju2bigdog | Sunday, March 25, 2001 - 11:35 pm  Moon, I hated Traffic. Hated it. But I might have been having a bad day. |