It will be a competitive week, but Mr. Peabody and Sherman doesn’t have to appeal the very narrow demographic of fans 300: Rise of an Empire does. I could see a scenario where either come out on top. Individual Commentaries Wesley Lovell: The only interesting films this week come from the indie circles, Wes Anderson’s…
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Here’s what happened today in Oscar History. Born Died Released Ceremonies
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Poster Additional posters can be found below. Trailer Link Release Date: August 1, 2014 Synopsis: From IMDb: “In the far reaches of space, an American pilot named Peter Quill finds himself the object of a manhunt after stealing an orb coveted by the villainous Ronan.” Poster: C- / B+ / B / B (8) /…
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Every week, we’ll pose a new “five favorites” question. You just list your five favorites that fit in that category (preferably in preference order) and you’re welcome to discuss and debate the selections and see just how much you do or do not have in common with others. If you want to take a look…
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New This Week What can one say about Alfonso Cuaron’s Gravity that hasn’t already been said? The film, which was nominated for ten Academy Awards and won seven, was by far the most commercially successful good film released last year. It’s certainly a technical marvel even if the director didn’t set out to make it…
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Here’s what happened today in Oscar History. Born Died Released
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Return Links Poll Archives Now That You’ve Seen Non-Stop…? Cinema Sight Asks: Now that you’ve seen “Non-Stop,” what’s your favorite Jaume Collet-Serra film? Public OpinionPoll Results
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Trailer #2, Poster #4 Godzilla Plot Summary: From IMDb: “A giant radioactive monster called Godzilla appears to wreak destruction on mankind.” Release Date: May 16, 2014 Poster Trailer Rating: C+ Commentary: (#4) This is a much more traditional look that its predecessors, demanding attention for its colossal “protagonist,” while diminishing the creative spirit previously employed.…
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As the precursor awards continue unabated until Oscar night, I’m going to be providing a weekly update highlighting the films that have won and lost momentum through the precursor awards (and in some cases other outside influences). It’s over. Now, it’s time to look at who won and who lost at the precursors. Big Winners
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We had no films release this past weekend with the potential for Oscar nominations. NOTE: Because it will take time to write my winners/losers wrap-up of the precursors, this post is going live earlier than normal. In its place will be the wrap-up.
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Welcome to The Morning After, where I share with you what I’ve seen over the past week either in film or television. On the film side, if I have written a full length review already, I will post a link to that review. Otherwise, I’ll give a brief snippet of my thoughts on the film…
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Here’s what happened today in Oscar History. Born Died Released
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Before we get to the general analyses (coming after some sleep), I thought I’d put down our prediction results for this year. I found that four of the last-minute changes I made were to my detriment. Had I stuck with those previous predictions, I would have been at 23…I shouldn’t be upset with this as…
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Brad Pitt, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Steve McQueen, Anthony Katagas Presented by: Will Smith Standing Ovation: Yes Correct Predictions: (Peter, RU:Wesley, RU:Tripp)
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Dallas Buyers Club Presented by: Jennifer Lawrence Standing Ovation: Yes Correct Predictions: (Wesley, Tripp, RU:Peter)
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