Oscars – The Winner Might Be….

One of the most entertaining part of the award season is hedging bets on who will win what award. With the biggest and best of awards being handed out tomorrow, the Oscar, all bets are final TONIGHT! This is my call on what will win what tomorrow night.

Best Short Film, Animated - Wallace and Gromit in “A Matter of Loaf and Death.” This is not due to any foreknowledge or buzz, but the fact that I adore Wallace and Gromit. The rest of these guesses won’t be so unfounded. But, the pure, unbridled talent shown by Nick Park should never be denied.

Best Documentary, Feature - The Cove. Of all the documentaries, this is one I have heard the most about. Though I have not seen it, the trailer was absolutely captivating. Between that and word of mouth, this has quite a chance at a win.Best Animated Feature - Up. There is no denying it. Pixar is the favorite through and through. And for good reason. Their heart-warming films have brought families together for more than a decade. Up is no exception.

Best Visual Effects – Avatar. Has any other movie made such a stir in the entertainment industry like Avatar? Sure, there have been complaints. But, the effects were never amongst them. Visually stunning, this film was the marriage of effects and style. Plus, every movie on earth is now being made in 3D.

Best Original Song - Princess and the Frog “Almost There”. This film proved that Disney hand-drawn animation is not a thing of the past. With Randy Newman on board, beautiful music was the result. Though I think either song has a perfect chance, “Almost There” is my personal favorite. Hence, it has my support and my guess.

Best Original Score – Avatar. Avatar, without a doubt, is the crowd pleaser. Due to its large emotional appeal, and powerful ability to relate you to its world and the characters, the score will be given the credit and the Oscar.

Best Art Design – Avatar. Anyone who saw it will agree. It has imagination, and it has visual draw power. It will gain this Oscar as well.

Best Editing – The Hurt Locker. The critical darling will have its moment. The Academy Awards will be a battle between The Hurt Locker and Avatar. Yet, in editing, its intricate style and flawless ability, The Hurt Locker will bring it the win.

Best in Cinematography – Avatar. This category really could go either way. Though the cinematography is breathtaking in The Hurt Locker, Avatar won America’s heart, and was a visual playground. I think its popularity will be the clincher.

Best Screenplay Based on a Previous Work - Up in the Air. Firstly, it is well-written, a necessary detail for winning an Oscar. Secondly, this screenplay has been the favorite in many  of the other award shows. Thirdly, Jason Reitman gives the best award speeches. His passion is evident even in the vigor with which he runs his hands through his hair. I just hope we get to see him give another one.

Best Original Screenplay - Inglorious Basterds. I personally think it is a travesty how small a chance this film has at winning Best Picture. This is the year Avatar came out, so Inglorious Basterds will take a back seat. Yet, it will have a small moment in this category. It is so brilliantly ridiculous, it cannot be ignored. Being recognized at other award shows, I hope it will recieve the ultimate recognition of an Oscar.

Best Director – Kathryn Bigelow (The Hurt Locker). This will be The Hurt Locker‘s big moment. This film had such vision and involvement, even to every single shot that was taken. The artistic hand used in this film is evident, and will not be ignored. Bigelow wins the battle of the exes.

Best Supporting Actress - Mo’Nique (Precious) . Her speeches are heart-warming and full of gratitude. She has won time and time again for the part, and will win again tomorrow night. (I do hope Anna Kendrick would win, so ridiculously funny in Up in the Air). Best Supporting Actor – Christopher Waltz(Inglorious Basterds). Watch Inglorious Basterds. Then try to imagine anyone else winning. Its pretty hard, right?Best Actress – Sandra Bullock (The Blindside). This is one that could go either way as well. All the actresses in this category performed brilliantly. It could so easily go towards Meryl Streep (Julie & Julia) or Gabourey Sidibe (Precious). Yet, I believe Sandra Bullock went the extra mile, by connecting to the American audience in such a powerful way, with such a lovable role. For that, she wins the Oscar. Best Actor – Jeff Bridges (Crazy Heart). The critics have been raving about this performance for months. He has won at almost all the other award shows. Enough said. Best Picture – Avatar. I’ve said it over and over again. This film has had such an impact on American culture and film. It will be shown for years over, and remembered for even longer. Though it might not be the most artistic of the films, it is the most loved. For this, James Cameron, the cast, and the producers deserve the Oscar.

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