And the Winner is … ???
Hollywood: the glitz – the glamour – the stars. Yes, that’s what the Oscars is.
I’m not a big fan of award shows. In fact, I’m not a fan of award of any kind.
When I was doing art shows, there was always a frenzy on Sunday morning
about who was awarded ribbons the night before at the artist dinner.
Invariably, no one was ever 100% happy about who received them.
Sour grapes? Maybe.
I just think it all came down to perspective and personal perception.
Boy … that’s a lot of P’s. Yes, the judges P’s.
Is there anyone out there that doesn’t want to get a pat on the back
for good work? Artists are highly sensitive as to how their work
is perceived and accepted. Usually, an award gives them validation.
I’ve been on the receiving end of a great many awards
when I was exhibiting my artful jewelry.
The cash attached to the ribbon made it all the sweeter.
If you were having a bad show with minimal sales,
it helped to cover your expenses and then some.
But, there were the glares from those stuffed with sour grapes
wandering on Sunday morning wearing the judgmental hats
of – I know art and that isn’t art. Oh, the pain of it all.
Sometimes, it wasn’t worth the begrudging envy.
I would imagine it isn’t any different at the Oscars.
I’m sure these poor souls are fearing the repercussion of their impending win.
I feel their pain.
However, they get to dress-up in fancy gowns from designers
and flaunt luscious jewels and diamonds. I think it helps ease the discomfort.
And, I think, the cash to come from a win can soothe those dagger wounds.
I like to watch the Oscars for the movie reviews and the music.
I look forward to seeing if the movies I’ve seen are thought to be good wins.
I think the performances showcased during the show are worthy of an evening
out on the town. I crank up the surround sound and dance a tune or two
while I get to enjoy what my hubby and I like to know – what movies will be our next selection.
After all, we watch a lot of movies in a huge variety of genres.
So, start popping the pop corn and turn up the sound.
Here are the movies and the songs nominated for tonights Oscars.
I hope your favorite is selected.
2015©isadora delavega
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BEST PICTURE
American Sniper
Clint Eastwood, Robert Lorenz, Andrew Lazar, Bradley Cooper and Peter Morgan
Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)
Alejandro G. Iñárritu, John Lesher and James W. Skotchdopole Boyhood Richard Linklater and Cathleen Sutherland
The Grand Budapest Hotel
Wes Anderson, Scott Rudin, Steven Rales and Jeremy Dawson
The Imitation Game
Nora Grossman, Ido Ostrowsky and Teddy Schwarzman
Selma
Christian Colson, Oprah Winfrey, Dede Gardner and Jeremy Kleiner
The Theory of Everything
Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Lisa Bruce and Anthony McCarten
Whiplash
Jason Blum, Helen Estabrook and David Lancaster
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MUSIC
“Glory”
from SELMA
Music and Lyric by John Stephens and Lonnie Lynn
“Grateful”
from BEYOND THE LIGHTS Music and Lyric by Diane Warren
“I’m Not Gonna Miss You”
from GLEN CAMPBELL…I’LL BE ME
Music and Lyric by Glen Campbell and Julian Raymond
“Lost Stars”
from BEGIN AGAIN
Music and Lyric by Gregg Alexander and Danielle Brisebois
“Everything Is Awesome”
from THE LEGO MOVIE Music and Lyric by Shawn Patterson
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The Grand Budapest Hotel
Alexandre Desplat
The Imitation Game
Alexandre Desplat
Interstellar
Hans Zimmer Mr. Turner Gary Yershon
The Theory of Everything
Jóhann Jóhannsson
February 24, 2015 at 12:45 am
I only saw one movie nominated for an Oscar and it didn’t win. Since I don’t watch TV, I didn’t watch the awards. When I did watch years ago, seeing the fashions was my favorite part (and the comedic host).
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February 23, 2015 at 7:50 pm
I didn’t watch the awards, but I think my little grandson would enjoy the Lego movie. 🙂
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February 23, 2015 at 5:06 pm
What a great selection of movie Issy, I love awards I made a lot for WordPress lately .. Lol.
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February 23, 2015 at 2:34 pm
Loved the tunes! Come to think of it, we watched less than an hour … too tired, so it beddy-bye time. The Everything is Awesome performance did have me scratching my head. … Just looked it up, so Glory won .. Excellent!
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February 22, 2015 at 5:14 pm
The tunes you post are great, enjoyed them but I am not an awards fan at all, they do not interest me at all, I wont go into my views on the awards, just bore me….+ other.. nice one Izzy…
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February 23, 2015 at 1:32 pm
Glad you like the music, Gerry. I love listening to music. When I find a tune I like I just want to share. 😃
I hear ya on the awards thoughts. 😄
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February 22, 2015 at 10:47 am
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and the tunes Issy 🙂
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