The Oscar nominations came out last week. As I enjoy movies perhaps more than I enjoy anything else in life (well, you know, within reason), this yearly announcement is kind of a big deal for me. Last year I learned that non-blockbuster movies ARE released in Kingston (months late and only if they are nominated for an oscar, but it's a start) and have been reveling this abundance of good movies over the past few weeks. Of course, however, there is almost always a sizable discrepancy between my personal favourites and those movies nominated for best picture. The latter category reads as follows:
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Frost/Nixon
Milk
The Reader
Slumdog Millionaire
I have seen four of these movies (all but The Reader) and agree all are excellent films. Here's my list, with commentary:
Vicky Christina Barcelona - I have a huge crush on Scarlett Johansson (have for some time). I wouldn't go so far as to say that I like every movie she's in, nor would I say that she is the only reason I love this sultry, beautiful movie. But she sure helps.
Grand Torino - See previous entry for review.
Frost/Nixon - You know, the one where Richard Nixon and Jack Frost team up to save Christmas? (Ok I didn't come up with that. But ten points for you if you know who did!). Fantastic movie. Come Oscar night I'll be rooting for either this one or.....
Milk - Another movie I have reviewed here. I guess I'm really into recent history films this year.
Rachel Getting Married - Probably my favourite movie of the year all things considered. I saw it again at the Screening Room and liked it even better the second time around. It's such a cool, unique movie, and Anne Hatheway is superb.
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