Off topic Academy Awards

1surfermom
1surfermom Member Posts: 396 Member
in Breast Cancer #1

I know this is off topic but I thought it would be nice to do something fun.  So my question is: did you see any of the movies nominated for best picture this year?

What was your favorite? I'll start with me. I saw Moonlight, Hell or High Water, Arrival and Manchester by the Sea. My favorite was Arrival. I'd love to know what you all saw and what you liked best. Love Surf

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  • jessiesmom1
    jessiesmom1 Member Posts: 915 Member
    edited February 2017 #2
    Academy Awards

    The only nominated movie I have seen is La LA Land. I wasn't aware it was a musical before going to see it with my daughter. The story line/plot was very good but frankly musicals are just not my cup of tea. I came home and said that I didn't  see what all the fuss was about. It seems like I am in a minority according to all the pre-Oscars award shows. We shall see what tonight brings.

  • aisling8
    aisling8 Member Posts: 1,627 Member
    edited February 2017 #3
    Didn't see any of them

    But I want to support this thread! It's been a really long time since we tried to get together and connect on a fun off topic subject so thank you, 1surfermom, for starting this.

  • lintx
    lintx Member Posts: 697
    edited February 2017 #4
    Hey surf!

    I saw LaLaland and Hidden Figures. I'm hoping Hidden Figures is recognized. Awesome true story. Linda

  • peony
    peony Member Posts: 306 Member
    #5
    I saw LaLa Land, Hidden

    I saw LaLa Land, Hidden Figures (loved it!), Fences, Manchester by the Sea, Hacksaw Ridge, Arrival and Moonlight(yes, I'm a movie buff!). I was surprised that Moonlight won. I thought it would be LaLa Land.  

     

  • Kats2
    Kats2 Member Posts: 126
    edited February 2017 #6
    Shocking ending to Academy Awards!

    Wow! What an embarrassing and surprising ending to the Oscars last night! How in the world did Warren Beatty get the wrong envelope to announce the winning best film? Me thinks I smell a rat! Lol!  The envelope that he was holding had already been read off with an actor winning for LaLaLand. So how did that same envelope show up twice? There should've been only one envelope left to be opened at the end! Hmmmmm... ???  Kats2

  • cinnamonsmile
    cinnamonsmile Member Posts: 1,187 Member
    #7
    There are two reps that stand

    There are two reps that stand on each side of the stage with a copy of the winners. So there are two sets of cards with the winner's name. Somehow, things got mixed up and Emma Stone's card went out twice.

  • Kats2
    Kats2 Member Posts: 126
    #8
    It was exciting for a while!

    Well, it certainly caused a lot of excitement and confusion! I have a feeling that the "two sets of cards" routine will now be a thing of the past! I'm surprised that the Academy never thought that two people handing out results would mistakingly cause a wrong call. It was nice that the LaLaLand group of actors and staff  acknowledged the error with grace and dignity, even after they started giving their speeches. I guess Steve Harvey has company now!! LOL!    Kats2

  • Kiki2016
    Kiki2016 Member Posts: 31
    edited March 2017 #9
    Favorite Movies

    I saw LaLa land, Lion, and Hidden Figures. La la land was fun but don't get all the hype.  Hidden Figures and Lion-both true stories -were much better.  Lion is amazingly impactful.

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