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Thoughts on the 2017 Oscars

2/27/2017

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Well now, wasn't that a show!

With Moonlight pulling off the upset, in M. Night Shamalan formation, the 2017 Oscars will go down as a "best of" TV moment. But what about the rest of the night? Here's a few thoughts.

The acting awards offered no real surprises, with award darlings Viola, Casey, Emma, and Ali running the course to the finish line. Thought Denzel looked peed off!
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The writing and director if awards seemed to be on par with the general consensus.

Techie and below the line awards were split accordingly. Arrival, Hacksaw Ridge, and La La Land won where most saw them winning.

So why do we tune in then? For speeches like this:

On the surface, what an emotional moment. Under the surface...what a self righteous piece of crap.

The idea that that actors are the only professional that capture the human experience? Isn't that the most condescending thing ever?

Yes. And no.

I understand emotions run high during these events. I understand people see their work as important. But maybe prepare a speech so you don't say this crap?

You don't see the sound guys saying this crap? Though, in Viola's defense, those below the line guy's had steady work and then won an award, whereas most actors/actresses have a roller coaster before hitting it big.

Overall, the night was a successful one. Kimmel was sharp. The tourist bit was epic. And the opening number with Justin Timberlake was inspiring.

If only the industry wasn't so self congratulating.

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