Oscar comments: I was surprised Robert Redford did not
receive a best actor nomination for his solo performance in All is Lost.
If you haven’t seen his performance, your loss. I saw there was a
lot of commentary as to Tom Hanks not receiving a nomination.
Personal opinion is that the vote for him got split with his 2 excellent
performances, first as Captain Phillips and then as Walt Disney in Saving
Mr. Banks. I was personally more surprised that Emma Thompson
wasn’t nominated for Best Actress. As to this category, I continue
to think Cate Blanchett should win it for her performance in Blue Jasmine.
I mentioned Jonze nomination for best original screenplay. This is one of
the tougher selections and my prediction is that it will be won by the
writers of American Hustle. If I had a vote, it would
probably be for the Dallas Buyers Club writers. I know I would
vote for Matthew McConaughey’s performance in this film although Christian Bale
is also deserving. I would also vote for Jared Leto for his
supporting role in the Buyers Club film. 2013 started out as
a weak movie year but the 4th quarter had a number of remarkable
movies and performances. Still debating as to my vote for best
picture and best director. I usually don’t split this vote but this year
may be an exception. I know Gravity was not the best picture
but inclined towards Alfonso Cuaron despite the significant achievements of
David Russell for American Hustle and Steve McQueen for 12
years a Slave. As to screenplay from another source, easy choice as
to the 12 years a Slave screenplay. Hope 2014 brings similar movie
enjoyment but for the entire year.
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