The Academy has spoken: Yes, the Oscars picked Michael Jackson over Farrah Fawcett
When it came to a choice between Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett, Farrah lost. That’s what the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences says about why they had to leave Farrah off — and put singer Michael on — their homage to dead celebrities during the Oscars Sunday night (March 7). When asked why [...]
“Avatar” and other eco-minded films compete for Oscars
James Cameron’s blockbuster “Avatar” is one of at least four green-themed movies vying for an Oscar at Sunday’s red-carpet Academy Awards. “Avatar,” which depicts a world of stunning beauty that’s threatened with destruction, has been nominated for nine awards, including best picture. Cameron has called it an environmental cautionary tale.
Oscars arrive with predictability out of picture
LOS ANGELES — Too predictable. That’s the persistent complaint about the Academy Awards, whose drama generally is sapped by a glut of earlier award shows that spell out what films will win at the Oscars before the show starts. Not this time — at least for Sunday’s top prize. With the best-picture lineup expanded to [...]
Who will win the Oscars?
The 82nd Academy Awards bring many, many unanswered questions. Will double the hosts and double the nominees add up to double the fun and ratings? We’ll find out at 5 p.m. Sunday on ABC when the 82nd annual Academy Awards air live from the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood. To bolster sagging ratings, the three-hour-plus telecast [...]
