Tag: Oscars
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The Oscars: 2014
The Oscars will soon be here and I am woefully behind in my viewings. Usually, this time of year is one of excitement and anticipation. Yet, in 2014 I feel oddly disconnected from these Hollywood happenings. While, I have not seen the movies I’d hoped to have by now, I have had the chance to…
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Oscar Thoughts, Briefly – February 26, 2012
I’m feeling a bit underwhelmed as I consider this year’s Oscar telecast. I didn’t come in with huge expectations, but still, had hopes it would be a bit better than this. Where to begin. Well, the nomination for sound mixing does not go to the guys working on sound for the show. I hate to…
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Oscars, Part Deux – February 24, 2012
I best catch up. The Oscars are this Sunday and I have so many posts needing to be published. Today I have my thoughts on the Supporting Acting categories (AKA, the sympathy/make-up awards). And for dessert, a brief thought on best song. Best Supporting Actor Kenneth Branagh, “My Week With Marilyn” Jonah Hill, “Moneyball” Nick…
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Winter in the Manglos House – February 18, 2012
This time of year brings back years worth of memories from life in the Manglos household. It was an exciting time, full of speculation, good food and wagers. And one man. Oscar. In my family the big television event every winter was the Academy Awards. The excitement started around December, when the studios would release…