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Old 01-16-2014, 04:13 PM   #1
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So far, I've seen August: Osage County--yep. great movie. Acting was brilliant all round.

American Hustle--really liked it!

Also, saw Inside Llewyn Davis--meh.


This weekend, we plan on seeing one more--either Nebraska, Her, or The Wolf of Wall Street.

I found this year's film selections really strong.
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I saw August: Osage County as well. Strong stuff from writer Tracy Letts. But from an Academy-political standpoint, I don't think they'll win. And personally, as much as I like and appreciate the performances of some of my favorite actors in this movie...it was a depressing film to watch based on subject matter (IMBO)


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So far, I've seen August: Osage County--yep. great movie. Acting was brilliant all round.

American Hustle--really liked it!

Also, saw Inside Llewyn Davis--meh.


This weekend, we plan on seeing one more--either Nebraska, Her, or The Wolf of Wall Street.

I found this year's film selections really strong.
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I saw August: Osage County as well. Strong stuff from writer Tracy Letts. But from an Academy-political standpoint, I don't think they'll win. And personally, as much as I like and appreciate the performances of some of my favorite actors in this movie...it was a depressing film to watch based on subject matter (IMBO)
Yep. Super depressing. Made my family look like The Waltons.

I have to gear up to see 12 Years a Slave. I don't think I can see it the theatre and will wait for DVD. I can watch family or personal drama/anguish/dysfunction no problem, but massive injustice and inhumanity on a social/political scale is hard for me to watch.
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Yep. Super depressing. Made my family look like The Waltons.

I have to gear up to see 12 Years a Slave. I don't think I can see it the theatre and will wait for DVD. I can watch family or personal drama/anguish/dysfunction no problem, but massive injustice and inhumanity on a social/political scale is hard for me to watch.
It's hard to take, I understand. Hollywood brings realism as far as realism goes. I appreciate your comment, Soon. I try to look at performances only, but the film industry has taken us into the depths of stories.

To answer your question on Gravity, Hollywood gives audiences a "buildup" and casts major stars in the genres we like: Action, romance, comedies etc. I anticipated a great story, performances and beginning and an end in this film. It didn't happen. George Clooney is featured very little. The plot is slight with Sandra Bullock, literally hanging in mid-air. All I can say, is that there's not much more to this film that deserves 10 nominations.

On the other hand, Bob Redford and so many other film makers have turned in incredible work and yet, are overlooked. I'm tired of those in control—who have questionable judgement— in the film industry. Politics, money, influence are heavily figured in voting with biases. This is my observation and opinion after following the film industry for years.

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It's hard to take, I understand. Hollywood brings realism as far as realism goes. I appreciate your comment, Soon. I try to look at performances only, but the film industry has taken us into the depths of stories.

To answer your question on Gravity, Hollywood gives audiences a "buildup" and casts major stars in the genres we like: Action, romance, comedies etc. I anticipated a great story, performances and beginning and an end in this film. It didn't happen. George Clooney is featured very little. The plot is slight with Sandra Bullock, literally hanging in mid-air. All I can say, is that there's not much more to this film that deserves 10 nominations.

On the other hand, Bob Redford and so many other film makers have turned in incredible work and yet, are overlooked. I'm tired of those in control—who have questionable judgement— in the film industry. Politics, money, influence are heavily figured in voting with biases. This is my observation and opinion after following the film industry for years.

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Thanks for answering my question. I just think that who cares that he's not featured very much, as Bullock's character (from what I understand) is supposed to be the focus.

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So far, I've seen August: Osage County--yep. great movie. Acting was brilliant all round.

American Hustle--really liked it!

Also, saw Inside Llewyn Davis--meh.


This weekend, we plan on seeing one more--either Nebraska, Her, or The Wolf of Wall Street.

I found this year's film selections really strong.
Loved, loved American Hustle.

Jennifer Lawrence, Amy Adams, Bradley Cooper and Christian Bale were so good!

Enjoyed The Wolf of Wall Street but a really long movie.

Leo is a terrific actor.
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