This year’s slate of Oscar-contending films is particularly wide-ranging with something for everyone. The question becomes, what is the season about for you?
Off the Carpet: The ultimate Rorschach season
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 11:38 am · November 7th, 2011
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Woody Harrelson and 'Rampart' look to make their move on the Oscar season
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 9:08 am · November 7th, 2011
Last night Oren Moverman, Woody Harrelson and Brie Larson were on hand at the WGA for a screening and Q&A for “Rampart.” The film is currently playing the AFI Fest. Is it poised to make its move on the awards season?
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Spielberg spills on 'War Horse'
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 7:53 am · November 7th, 2011
Steven Spielberg recently sat down with Chicago Tribune critic Michael Phillips to talk about his highly anticipated film “War Horse.”
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Oscarweb Round-up: Keira Knightley is desperate for a little levity
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 7:06 am · November 7th, 2011
In today’s round-up, actress Keira Knightley confesses a desire for some levity in her work, Dustin Lance Black talks Hoover’s sexuality and his interests in “J. Edgar” and young Hollywood descends on AFI Fest.
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Newly tapped Oscarcast writers place an emphasis on funny
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 6:05 pm · November 6th, 2011
It has been reported that Oscarcast producers Brett Ratner and Don Mischer have brought in a seasoned but fresh crop of comedy writers to spice up this year’s Academy Awards.
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Steven Soderbergh's 'Haywire' drops at AFI Fest as a secret screening
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 11:45 am · November 6th, 2011
AFI Fest has announced a secret screening tonight of Steven Soderbergh’s “Haywire,” starring Gina Carano.
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Scorsese's 'Hugo' is a flawed but passionate ode to romance and the cinema
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 5:58 pm · November 5th, 2011
“Hugo” finally screened for most press in Los Angeles this afternoon, and though it’s hardly Martin Scorsese’s best work and has plenty of drawbacks, it should win the non-cynical over at least somewhat.
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Cinejabber: Arkham on the brain
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 11:50 am · November 5th, 2011
Open thread. The floor is yours.
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AMPAS to salute Vanessa Redgrave in London
Posted by Guy Lodge · 1:45 pm · November 4th, 2011
AMPAS is saluting Vanessa Redgrave at a special tribute evening in London next Sunday. Is this a good omen for her chances at a second Oscar for “Coriolanus?”
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Gervais returning to the Golden Globes?
Posted by Guy Lodge · 9:42 am · November 4th, 2011
We already knew that Golden Globe producers had invited cheeky British comedian Ricky Gervais to host their boozy shindig for a third straight year — but it seems he’s finally accepted the offer.
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Tell us what you thought of 'Tower Heist'
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 9:27 am · November 4th, 2011
The film hits theaters nationwide today.
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OSCAR TALK: Ep. 68 — 'J. Edgar' and 'Young Adult' finally come out to play
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 9:03 am · November 4th, 2011
In this week’s podcast, Kris and Anne discuss the AFI Fest premiere of Clint Eastwood’s “J. Edgar,” the pop-up screening strategy of “Young Adult” and “War Horse” and the British Independent Film Award nominations, among other things.
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Oscarweb Round-up: Campaigning Clint for Razzie
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 4:03 am · November 4th, 2011
In today’s round-up, Dan Kois stumps for Clint Eastwood — for a Razzie that is, Fox announces Andy Serkis for a “Rise of the Planet of the Apes” sequel and an Oscar campaign for his performance-capture work and James Mangold looks back on “Copland.”
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Clint Eastwood's labored 'J. Edgar' opens AFI Fest — is this Leo's year?
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 10:21 pm · November 3rd, 2011
Clint Eastwood kicked off AFI Fest tonight with the world premiere of “J. Edgar.” The film has considerable issues, but it might nevertheless be Leonardo DiCaprio’s trip to his first Oscar.
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Weinstein looks to get Kristin Scott Thomas in the conversation with 'Sarah's Key' re-release
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 8:11 am · November 3rd, 2011
The Weinstein Company has a healthy slate of films this season, and two of them already set for release this month. Well, chalk up a third, as summer indie “Sarah’s Key” will be re-released on 300 screens to capitalize on a bit of a lull in the season.
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Tech Support: Best Makeup could go its own way, from 'Green Lantern to 'The Iron Lady'
Posted by gerardkennedy · 7:46 am · November 3rd, 2011
In this week’s edition of Tech Support, we round up the possibilities for Best Makeup. Contenders include summer blockbusters like “Green Lantern” and “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” as well as Best Picture hopefuls such as “J. Edgar” and “The Artist.”
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New Bond pic 'Skyfall' begins shooting in London
Posted by Guy Lodge · 7:24 am · November 3rd, 2011
Sam Mendes and his all-star cast met press in London today to announce the commencement of shooting on “Skyfall,” the 23rd James Bond film. More than that they couldn’t really tell us.
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Oscarweb Round-up: 'Close Encounters' for the first time in a long time
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 7:04 am · November 3rd, 2011
In today’s round-up, Nathaniel Rogers reminisces with “Close Encounters of the Third Kind,” reactions to “War Horse” pop up from public screenings around the country and Sasha Stone writes a loving tribute to Gil Cates.
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