Oscars controversies over the years
With just less than a month until the official presentation of the 92nd Annual Academy Awards shortlist of nominees, the Oscars are already whipping the media into a frenzy; Journalists of various fields, ranging from acclaimed cinema reporters to celebrity gossip columnists, are discussing the event, which will be held in February at the famed Dolby Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles. Trophies will be handed, but more importantly, the ceremony is more than just a night of recognition for the industry itself; it’s always an occasion to spark a social or political debate, a pinnacle of celebrity fashion, and for some, a place to stir controversy.
The Oscars have a long history of all sorts of scandals: From Marlon Brando’s refusal to participate in the event in order to criticise the industry’s treatment of Native Americans to Kevin Hart’s fairly recent stepping down as the show’s host due to alleged homophobic remarks. But let’s take a look at some of those finest humorous moments:
At the 2000 Awards Matt Stone and Trey Parker – creators of the nominated South Park movie – have decided to throw the etiquette out the window and wear fancy dresses. The official dress code states that the participants should follow the 'black tie' formal wear – tuxedos and ballgowns - but it does not state any gender limitations. The result can be seen below:
The 1974 Oscars weren’t one of the most thrilling awards in their history, with the now-forgotten movie “The Sting” being named the best picture, but the ceremony will surely be remembered for its incident that occurred during the nominee presentation; a fame-seeking man decided to run across the stage fully naked – unfortunately for him, his performance wasn’t fully shown on air, but the live audience had a proper view. Surprisingly, the streaker wasn’t arrested and even held a press conference after his performance. As predicted, the incident made him a minor celebrity for some time after the event.
What can today be perceived as nothing significant or shocking seemed to be a big thing back in 2011: During her acceptance speech, Melissa Leo, an American actress known for her television work in the 80s, forgot herself and ‘dropped the F-bomb’, stating that watching Kate Winslet making her speech ‘looked so f-ing easy’. With language in the media becoming more and more foul, it might be surprising that such thing became a controversy just eight years ago.
My question for you is:
- · Do you watch the Oscars? Are you interested in the award?
- · Do you think that the background of such event like the Oscars or Golden Globes is as important as the nominees and awards themselves?
- · Do you have any predictions for this year’s awards?
Sources:
1. I have never been particularly interested in such events. It's a waste of time for me.
ReplyDelete2. Personally, I think it's a little too spectacular. It would be better if the money allocated to this event were spent on some charity or research projects that will have real value.
3. I hope the Joker gets an Oscar. It's a really good movie, especially because people expect a lot from it. Both from the film itself and from the main actor.
I always realize that there was any Oscar event about a week after it ended. I'm not interested in this kind of events. I think that nowadays Oscar or Golden Globes are not about movies and acting but it's just a show for viewers and a place to show most recent trendy beliefs. I watched only a few movies, but I think that Joker is the best of them so maybe this movie will win an Oscar.
ReplyDeleteI have never watch the Oscars, but every year I’m checking if my favorite actors are nominated or not. After Oscar Gala I look which film gets an Oscar an try to watch it as soon as possible, because it should be good one :) This whole background is just for people from show business that want to have some new pics and then party whole night. I wish all the best to “Boże Ciało” this year :)
ReplyDeleteOh, you were in the "Boże Ciało"!
DeleteIn my opinion, this is a one-off movie. Maybe I had higher expectations of him in terms of humor (?). I had the impression that some scenes were unnecessarily long, especially those on the board with the victims.
What did you like the most about this movie?
I never watch the oscars, nor did they ever influence my choice of watching some particular films, however yes I acknowledge they might be important to some people.
ReplyDeleteNo, do not think, that the background is important at all. I think, that decision are made a long time before the ceremony. I guess these films get awards for different kinds reasons not all connected to the actual value of the movie. It could be more for the commercial success
and even political reasons.
From films from these year I really did enjoy the Joker.
I do not watch the Oscars. Actually, I’ve never seen it. I also do not follow celebrities and actors lives. I just don't think it adds any value to my life. I believe the background is as meaningful as the event itself. This is evident when we look at all of these controversies focused around this kind of events. I don’t have any predictions. This is not something that particularly interests me so I may seem to be ignorant in that matter.
ReplyDeleteI wasn't really interested in Oscars that much. There were only few movies that I was really interested in and after event I'm checking if those got awards. But that's all about my interest in such events.
ReplyDeleteI think that nominees can be proud that they're in elite group which was chosen for such awards, but nowadays Oscars mainly depend on marketing and presents. Big productions have separate budget for gifts and presents for people who are responsible for choice. It's still something very important for nominees but when you realise how Oscars works it's becoming less important for viewer.
About this year's awards I'm not really up to date with new movies so it's hard to predict anything.
No, I don't watch the Oscars, but I always read who won the award the day after the ceremony.
ReplyDeleteIt depends, important for who? For me and people like me, I mean not specially interested in the gala itself, probably not much. On the other side this award is so import, that it anything shocking happen on the ceremony, the most of the world, including people that are not particularly interested in the Oscars will know about it.
Like most people, I keep my fingers crossed for Joaquin Phoenix.
Do you watch the Oscars? Are you interested in the award?
ReplyDeleteI don't care about ceremony itself but I'm really into checking each nominated movie. Overall I think about it more as a famous event than real valuable contest.
Do you think that the background of such event like the Oscars or Golden Globes is as important as the nominees and awards themselves?
I think that's even more important, espesially for people in that business. It's got way to show off and that's what showbiz in major is.
Do you have any predictions for this year’s awards?
I don't know what movies are nominated yet but I keep my fingers crossed for 'Boże Ciało' which is nominated this year. But I don't know if they will get the movie contect because of cultural difference.