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Oscar Guide 2013
And thus ends one of the wildest Oscar races in recent memory. You can follow me on Twitter (@kipjmooney) for live updates during the broadcast. Until then, here’s the lowdown on the eight major categories and my guesses in the … Continue reading
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My Dream Oscar Ballot 2013
UPDATE: I saw Life of Pi on Friday night, so I had to make some changes. I’ll stick with the Academy’s format for this, which means I have to refrain from listing Best Animated Feature, Best Foreign Language Film and … Continue reading
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Reactionary Tale: Oscar Nominations 2013
Well, that was certainly interesting. Plenty of nominations no one saw coming along with some snubs no one would have guessed. I correctly predicted just two categories: Best Actress and Best Visual Effects. I went four for five in eight others … Continue reading
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Final Oscar Picks 2013
So here we are. Another year down in one of the tighest races in recent memory. So many great films will be forgotten, but many more will be honored. Here’s who I think will be nominated Thursday morning. As before, … Continue reading
Oscar Picks – 2 Jan 2013
This is the last of my brief overview at the probable Oscar nominees before they’re announced. I’ll take one final, full-length stab at this on Wednesday, Jan. 9. BEST PICTURE Argo Beasts of the Southern Wild The Best Exotic Marigold … Continue reading
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Oscar Picks – 15 Dec 2012
We’re in the thick of it now. With both coastal critics’ groups having their say – with some more interesting picks from regions in between – as well as the first major guild announcement, the picture is looking clearer. Unfortunately, … Continue reading
Final Golden Globe Picks 2013
If the Hollywood Foreign Press Association is much more adventurous than I predict, I’ll be a happy camper. Otherwise, it’s snooze-ville until Oscar nominations. BEST PICTURE – COMEDY/MUSICAL The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel The Intouchables Les Misérables Moonrise Kingdom Silver … Continue reading
Oscar Picks – 1 Dec 2012
As the race heats up, I’m moving to bi-weekly updates in the Oscar race. Several indie-minded groups have already announced their nominations, giving big ups to tiny films like Middle of Nowhere, Keep the Lights On and The Loneliest Planet. … Continue reading
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Oscar Picks – 15 Nov 2012
We’re now getting into the thick of awards season, with many of the most anticipated releases finally getting their audience assessments. But there are still miles ahead. Here’s where we are today. BEST PICTURE Argo The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel … Continue reading
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Too Early for This: Oscar Picks – 15 Oct 2012
With several movies still to be released, we don’t have a good grasp yet on how the major players will be received. But we’re still closer than we were in August. So take a look at where the races stand … Continue reading
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