Wednesday, January 12, 2011

My Oscar Picks

Over the past three weeks I have seen three incredible movie, all of which should get an Oscar nod.


Black Swan: Beautifully dark. Wildly tragic, crazy and psychotic. At times-- awkward. There were moments that made me cringe. Any scene featuring nail picking, scratching or scissors made me turn my head and look away. I was convinced not doing so would make me feel pain. The special effects were incredible, especially when Natalie Portman transforms into the black swan. It's not a film I want to watch over and over, but Portman's performance was definitely Oscar-worthy.


True Grit: I knew this movie was going to be incredible because, 1. I’d seen the original and loved it & 2. Let’s face it, the Coen Brothers can do no wrong. Fourteen-year-old Hailee Steinfeld was fantastic. As for Jeff Bridges, I can’t imagine any modern day actor bringing more justice to the character of Rooster Cogburn. I’m already predicting him to win the Oscar for best actor. Now is the movie better than the original? Well, no one can compare to the Duke. I mean, John Wayne was my childhood hero. But I believe even he would be proud of Bridges’ portrayal of Mr. Cogburn.


The Fighter: I’ll start by saying I usually loathe Christian Bale. Perhaps the only movie I’ve ever semi-liked him in was 3:10 to Yuma. Even then, I preferred Russel Crowe. In every movie where he’s the star there always seems to be another actor who’s better. Public Enemies: Johnny Depp. Batman: Heath Ledger. Terminator: Sam Worthington. So naturally, I thought Mark Wahlberg was going to steal the show and I’d leave thinking more of him than just his abs. Nope. His performance was good, but Christian Bale made this movie. & I doubt you’ll catch me saying, “He’s not that great of an actor.” He’s freakin’ brilliant. Other notes: 1. Liked Amy Adams character, disliked Amy Adams. 2. The people who were not punched in this movie are the one’s who deserved it. Exhibit A: The mother. Exhibit B: The sisters. and 3. Why isn’t there a soundtrack for this movie?! ★

16 comments :

  1. I hope Black Swan wins it but I haven't seen the other two! I want to see The Fighter!! Glad to hear Bale didn't mess it up! =)

    Melanie's Randomness

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  2. i'm gonna watch black swan too! but someone spoiled the movie :(

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  3. I just looked at the parent guide for this movie ( I always do that, haah ) and there is a ton of things that are sexually graphic...that doesn't bother you? haha THAT would make me cringe more than scissors nail picking. ?

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  4. I am dying to see 1)The Fighter and 2)Black Swan...in that order. I DO love Christian Bale...ever since he played Laurie in Little Women (swoon).

    I definitely need to catch up on my movie watching!

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  5. i REALLY want to see black swan...also,i cant get over how deathly skinny they became for that movie! ahh

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  6. i should keep in mind to watch these. thanks for sharing.

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  7. Looking forward to The Black Swan. Just saw The King's Speech as thought it was excellent.

    Matthew V

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  8. I haven't seen any of these movies, though they all do look quite fantastic! Especially Black Swan... It looks really intriguing!

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  9. i think we may be going this weekend, can't wait. the boyf has allowed me one "drag-him-to" movie per month and this ones the choice i've made. haha love natalie!!!!! ever since she graced the screen in "the professional" i've been hooked. ♥

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  10. i agree entirely with your oscar picks! all brilliant films!

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  11. Danica-- The awkward moments I was referring to were the sexually graphic scenes. But trust me, it's not regular nail picking.

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  12. Great films!
    We wish you an amazing 2011!
    All the best!

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  13. Thanks for sharing these - I really can't wait to see The Black Swan. Have you seen The King's Speech? If not I thoroughly recommend it, it's excellent!

    Claire x
    http://tea-breaks.blogspot.com

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  14. I think this should win also! Yay!

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  15. I can't wait to see the movie!! I will for sure after reading this. X

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  16. Can you believe I haven't seen any of the movies you've listed? I've been waiting impatiently to watch Black Swan with my friend and cousin once it comes out on DVD. I also think that True Grit looks good, but I haven't heard of Fighter! Your selections are great and Black Swan sounds amazing!

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