Totally on the same page in re: Anora. Much ado about some pretty meh storytelling that legit surprised me that certain people I knew were talking about it like something special. Subpar wannabe Cassavettes with less genuine heart. She was great though.
Agree about Complete Unknown and Dune too, almost to the letter. We part company on The Substance, but I’m a huge Cronenberg/body horror fan and enjoyed the blunt, skewed satire of it all (I also watched it close together with A Different Man and appreciated that one a bit more than you did as well).
But overall, it sure ain’t the ‘70s, or even the ‘90s at the Oscars anymore
I agree with you about "A Real Pain." I'm still thinking about it a few days later. I didn't even recognize Jennifer Grey and Will Sharpe! Culkin gets my vote. I wish I'd seen more of the Best Picture nominees. Thanks for the tips about the ones I should avoid!
Totally on the same page in re: Anora. Much ado about some pretty meh storytelling that legit surprised me that certain people I knew were talking about it like something special. Subpar wannabe Cassavettes with less genuine heart. She was great though.
Agree about Complete Unknown and Dune too, almost to the letter. We part company on The Substance, but I’m a huge Cronenberg/body horror fan and enjoyed the blunt, skewed satire of it all (I also watched it close together with A Different Man and appreciated that one a bit more than you did as well).
But overall, it sure ain’t the ‘70s, or even the ‘90s at the Oscars anymore
I was hoping you'd chime in Stephen. Always appreciate your perspective, since I'm just shooting off my mouth… with zero expertise!
I agree with you about "A Real Pain." I'm still thinking about it a few days later. I didn't even recognize Jennifer Grey and Will Sharpe! Culkin gets my vote. I wish I'd seen more of the Best Picture nominees. Thanks for the tips about the ones I should avoid!
Yes, it was Jennifer Grey's best performance in some time!