Chris Lombardi on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 8:28 pm 



Seeing Tom Hanks after we just saw the clip of him with tears in his eyes, accepting the award for Philadelphia was odd. I still had a lump in my throat.

Alexandra MacAaron on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 8:38 pm 



It’s nice that we can count on some things. Like the Oscars opening being too long.

Dr Pat Allen on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 8:40 pm 



Anne Hathaway points out right away that James Franco and she have been asked to host the Oscars to bring in the younger demographic!

Chris Lombardi on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 8:40 pm 



What did you think of that little mini-movie? Any Alec Baldwin fans?

Chris Lombardi on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 8:42 pm 



1939? We really gonna hear “I don’t give a damn?” Only sorta.

Chris Lombardi on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 8:46 pm 



I think I agree with @FaraiChideya: “The writing is horrible on this #Oscars as is the patronizing of the hosts.” Franco in particular seems bored.

Chris Lombardi on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 8:49 pm 



@paulapoundstone Paula Poundstone:
“GONE WITH THE WIND just won.” Like I said!

But after the commercial, we might get a Melissa Leo award.

Alexandra MacAaron on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 8:53 pm 



Here comes Best Supporting Actress …

Karol Nielsen on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 8:54 pm 



Chris, thanks for reposting on the right thread here. Glad you read that piece. So far it’s a bit boring this year.

Chris Lombardi on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 8:57 pm 



I think I’m rooting for Jacki Weaver, just to be contrary. She’s 63, and hasn’t had an ad campaign.

eleanore wells on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 8:57 pm 



Cinematography winner, Wally Pfister (sp) is really easy on the eyes. Seemed genuinely happy and humbled to win. A little uncomfortable watching Kirk Douglas. Happy to see him but much too hard to understand him. Rooting for Melissa Leo. It worked!!

Chris Lombardi on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 8:58 pm 



But at least it goes to Leo, and likely for “Frozen River.”

Alexandra MacAaron on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 8:58 pm 



Awwww, I liked Melissa Leo’s genuflection to Kirk Douglas.

Dr Pat Allen on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 8:59 pm 



Melissa Leo’s dress is stunning. Too bad she couldn’t have prepared a speech.

Dr Pat Allen on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:00 pm 



Maybe the worst speech ever.

Dr Pat Allen on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:00 pm 



Where is the hook?

Alexandra MacAaron on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:01 pm 



I agree. Given that she was the frontrunner for several weeks, she should have been better prepared.

eleanore wells on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:02 pm 



Cinematography winner, Wally Pfister (sp) is really easy on the eyes and seemed genuinely happy and humbled to win. A little uncomfortable watching Kirk Douglas. Fantastic to see him, but difficult to understand. Rooting for Michelle Leo. It worked!!

Chris Lombardi on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:06 pm 



I have to confess I chuckled when Timberlake said “I’m Banksy.” Mila Kunis’ schoolteacher vibe, not so much.

Alexandra MacAaron on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:07 pm 



Toy Story 3? Quelle surprise!

Dr Pat Allen on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:07 pm 



Nice to hear Steve Jobs thanked by the winner of Toy Store 3.

Diane Vacca on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:11 pm 



I thought the opener– a mashup of the nominated movies with the hosts inserted– was very clever and fun.

Diane Vacca on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:13 pm 



I have to admit– seeing Kirk Douglas was pretty spooky. Guess I hadn’t seen him for a long time. He’s not even recognizable.

Alexandra MacAaron on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:14 pm 



Did Brolin and Bardem plan the white jackets? They look like waiters. Or like they’re going to their prom.

Dr Pat Allen on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:15 pm 



I can not believe that The Social Network beat out Winter’s Bone

Alexandra MacAaron on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:15 pm 



Unfortunately, I can.

Chris Lombardi on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:16 pm 



Sorkin award was inevitable and likely deserved.

Diane Vacca on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:17 pm 



Ain’t Misbehavin’ — love that song! Javier Bardem is married to Penelope Cruz? I have to catch up on pop trivia.

Social Network wins its first. Jesse looks just as though he’s still in character. Nerdish.

Chris Lombardi on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:18 pm 



Sorry – I havent seen Winter’s Bone. OK, here’s our first of the King’s Speech wave coming.

Dr Pat Allen on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:19 pm 



I am thrilled about the King’s Speech award for best original screenplay, David Seidler. Charming and eloquent.

Alexandra MacAaron on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:20 pm 



That was really nice.

Alexandra MacAaron on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:25 pm 



Okay, Hathaway has a great voice, but really …?

Elizabeth Willse on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:25 pm 



David Seidler, hooray classy speech. But Anne Hathaway singing horrible sad parody song is killing my buzz.

Diane Vacca on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:26 pm 



My cat sat on the remote and changed the channel.

Is it just me or does Anne Hathaway appear to be very full of herself tonight?

Dr Pat Allen on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:26 pm 



Does Helen Mirren get sexier every year?

Alexandra MacAaron on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:27 pm 



Wow! How elegant Helen Mirren looks!

Diane Vacca on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:28 pm 



Fabulous dress, Helen! Doesn’t she look terrific.

Alexandra MacAaron on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:29 pm 



Very excited for Susanne Bier. Hopefully this will get her film into more U.S. theatres!

Alexandra MacAaron on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:30 pm 



When the awards are over, check out the trailer here:
http://trailers.apple.com/trailers/sony/inabetterworld/

Chris Lombardi on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:30 pm 



OK, onward to Part Three! http://womensvoicesforchange.org/part-three-yes-to-melissa-leo-no-to-lisa-cholodenko-yes-to-susanna-bier.htm

Chris Lombardi on Sun, 27th Feb 2011 9:33 pm 



And we did highlight the Bier film on Saturday: http://womensvoicesforchange.org/pre-oscar-double-video-pick-susanne-bier-and-iciar-bollain.htm

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