• “Gong Show” host Chuck Barris optioned Thomas Cobb’s “Crazy Heart” once upon a time, but decided to travel the world in his yacht instead.  I’m sure Scott Cooper thanks him. [The Carpetbagger]

• Whatever happened to Wes Bentley?  And question: One film equals a career? [New York Times]

• Steve Pond on yesterday’s AMPAS press release du jour, giving winners more incentive to attend the Governor’s Ball this year. [The Odds]

• Nathaniel Rogers is adamant that Meryl Streep needs her third Oscar NOW. [The Film Experience]

• Mark Adnum, meanwhile, slams the thought process that leads to people believing the actress is indeed “overdue” for that occasion. [Spiked]

• Discuss your Oscar party preparations. [Cinematical]

• James Cameron’s “Piranha Part II” makes its way to a DVD re-issue. [Shock Till You Drop]

• Sasha Stone writes up the screenplay categories. [Awards Daily]