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 Jan 24 2012, 08:04 PM
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ЯR  Group: Senior Members Posts: 1,387 Joined: 7-August 06 From: The Tringlelimbohulehambala Express Member No.: 5,395  |
(I didn't see a topic yet so delete this if I missed it)
Here's the FULL LIST OF NOMINEES. Once again there are very few surprises as it has now become the norm for people to be pissed off at obvious snubs and the oversight of talented individuals. Disappointed: - The Academy is aware Andy Serkis is a real-life non-CGI human being, right? - Drive gets precisely one nomination (sound editing). That's one LESS than Transformers. - Tintin not deemed good enough for a Best Animated nod. - Where's Buck? Pleased: - Finally Gary Oldman gets some recognition. - Bret McKenzie ftw! Thoughts? Disgruntlements? Discuss. |
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Jan 24 2012, 08:32 PM
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OMNOMNOM Group: Senior Moderators Posts: 19,622 Joined: 3-January 05 From: NYC Member No.: 3,076 |
Not seen a fair few on the list, but there are some good noms in there. Christopher Plummer for Beginners I'm especially pleased with, it's a masterful performance.
Also happy to see Viola Davis & Octavia Spencer get nods for The Help, and Kristin Wiig for the Bridesmaids screenplay. And Gary Oldman, finally nominated! |
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Jan 24 2012, 09:04 PM
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"Mus" à gauche, "TANG" Group: Senior Moderators Posts: 15,567 Joined: 11-November 04 From: London Member No.: 2,740 |
So happy Oldman got a nom (though not his best role). Though I'd be happy if he, Dujardin or Clooney win
Not surprised by it's omission, but Jared Harris for supporting actor in Sherlock Holmes would have been nice. The Artist will sweep the board i think. And that won't be a bad thing |
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Jan 24 2012, 09:33 PM
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Bully for you Group: Senior Members Posts: 20,419 Joined: 25-February 05 From: behind a desk, sitting very still Member No.: 3,498 |
It seems to be between The Artist and The Descendants based on the previous awards ceremonies, but I think The Artist has the edge just based on how many more nominations it has.
This seems a pretty disappointing showing compared to last year, particularly in terms of the supporting actor/actress categories. Either Albert Brooks or Patton Oswalt deserved a nomination for their work in Drive and Young Adult, respectively. I also think that Kirsten Dunst should have been nominated for Melancholia, though I imagine that Lars' choice comments probably scuppered that campaign before it had even begun, which is a shame, since I don't know if she'll ever get a role that good again. |
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Jan 24 2012, 09:42 PM
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I just want Jim Rash to win an Oscar.
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Jan 24 2012, 09:52 PM
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Be careful what you fish for Group: Senior Members Posts: 15,436 Joined: 2-February 05 Member No.: 3,331 |
QUOTE (Sostie @ Jan 24 2012, 09:04 PM)  Not surprised by it's omission, but Jared Harris for supporting actor in Sherlock Holmes would have been nice. I agree. |
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Jan 24 2012, 09:58 PM
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ЯR Group: Senior Members Posts: 1,387 Joined: 7-August 06 From: The Tringlelimbohulehambala Express Member No.: 5,395 |
Wow, I totally forgot about Melancholia. Despite Lard Von Tryhard acting like a twonk, some kind of recognition for an unarguably great film should have been awarded.
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Jan 24 2012, 10:12 PM
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Bully for you Group: Senior Members Posts: 20,419 Joined: 25-February 05 From: behind a desk, sitting very still Member No.: 3,498 |
I think Jim Rash is a pretty safe bet to get an Oscar at this point. Payne's got a good track record when it comes to winning for writing, and if The Decendants doesn't win any of the major awards it is nominated for then it might pick up Screenplay.
QUOTE (Rebus @ Jan 24 2012, 09:58 PM) Wow, I totally forgot about Melancholia. Despite Lard Von Tryhard acting like a twonk, some kind of recognition for an unarguably great film should have been awarded. I had until Zoe mentioned it on Twitter. It's a great film, but the response to it has been so muted in the months since it was released that it seems to have faded out of the conversation. |
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Jan 24 2012, 10:17 PM
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ЯR Group: Senior Members Posts: 1,387 Joined: 7-August 06 From: The Tringlelimbohulehambala Express Member No.: 5,395 |
Is a poll worthwhile? Anyone bothered? Well you've got one anyway. I think, unless I've screwed it up.
EDIT: No I haven't! Joy. This post has been edited by Rebus: Jan 24 2012, 10:18 PM |
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Jan 24 2012, 10:18 PM
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Be careful what you fish for Group: Senior Members Posts: 15,436 Joined: 2-February 05 Member No.: 3,331 |
No, it's there. I'd vote, but I've only seen War Horse.
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Jan 25 2012, 04:45 PM
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QUOTE (maian @ Jan 24 2012, 10:12 PM) I think Jim Rash is a pretty safe bet to get an Oscar at this point. Payne's got a good track record when it comes to winning for writing, and if The Decendants doesn't win any of the major awards it is nominated for then it might pick up Screenplay. Why didn't I think of this? And the award for Best Original Deanplay goes to… |
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Jan 26 2012, 09:56 PM
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Coin Operated Boy Group: Senior Members Posts: 5,361 Joined: 22-June 05 From: Here and there. Member No.: 4,112 |
I have seen none of those films.
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Jan 28 2012, 10:53 PM
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Be careful what you fish for Group: Senior Members Posts: 15,436 Joined: 2-February 05 Member No.: 3,331 |
Go and see War Horse! It's wonderful.
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Jan 30 2012, 03:52 PM
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OMNOMNOM Group: Senior Moderators Posts: 19,622 Joined: 3-January 05 From: NYC Member No.: 3,076 |
QUOTE (Silky @ Jan 26 2012, 09:56 PM) I have seen none of those films. Yeah, me neither. Too poor to go to the cinema. |
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Jan 30 2012, 04:57 PM
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Money ... Group: Senior Members Posts: 11,440 Joined: 14-October 04 From: 14 carat yacht - what? (Going wow!) Member No.: 2,511 |
QUOTE (maian @ Jan 24 2012, 09:33 PM) I also think that Kirsten Dunst should have been nominated for Melancholia, She was good but not that good IMO. Or rather - her role was not Oscar material. Tilda for Kevin is another omission. The Oscars are mostly middling films picked by people with obvious taste. I don't want to see The Help. I have heard very bad things from friends. But i am not really into Oprah's book club films. Tree of Life was long winded pish. |
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