Edwin MacPhisto 0 Report post Posted December 12, 2008 I pretty much completely forgot it was Heath Ledger or that this "Heath Ledger" had died while I was watching the movie, so I'll agree. Award shows are just about the worst ever, but I perceive the Golden Globes to be shittier than all of them. I think it has to do with the fact that it's generally a bunch of people sitting at round tables smirking. Tends to give off the vibe of either a night out to see Annie Get Your Gun at the local dinner theater, or a "Let's all enjoy the fine catering of Doubletree Hotel Conference Room C" moment at the end of a week-long business convention. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goldengreek 0 Report post Posted December 13, 2008 What did Mickey Rourke do to his face? Bad plastic surgery ? Drugs ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted December 13, 2008 He was a boxer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Niggardly King 0 Report post Posted December 13, 2008 Not only that but his motorcycle accident and a rushed face lift to try and save his looks fucked him up real bad. Boxing didn't do that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Craig Th 0 Report post Posted December 14, 2008 From what I've read btw, Bob's right, within the industry the Globes are seen as being on the approximate same level as an MTV Movie Award in terms of legitimate celebration of artistic greatness. Where'd you read that?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted December 14, 2008 From what I've read btw, Bob's right, within the industry the Globes are seen as being on the approximate same level as an MTV Movie Award in terms of legitimate celebration of artistic greatness. Where'd you read that?? Again, I think this was pretty well known Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
godthedog 0 Report post Posted December 14, 2008 ^what he said. common knowledge. a couple years ago ebert said something to the effect of, "they're certainly not the oscars and just above the people's choice awards." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Craig Th 0 Report post Posted December 21, 2008 I dunno about that. Why is there so much coverage for it? Why do TV ads showcase a movie as being a GG winner? You never hear that for a People's Choice or even a SAG. You guys might be right, but I just don't see it. Until I hear an actor/actress/producer say it, I'll think it means something to them. HOWEVER, I watched Vicky Cristina Barcelona last night and by no means necessary is that a comedy. Just because it's a Woody Allen film, doesn't make it a comedy. I don't think I laughed once throughout the whole movie. I laughed more times through Gran Torino (which got shafted). And I just noticed this, but James Franco got nominated for Pineapple Express? I loved the movie, I just didn't think it was award movie material. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Niggardly King 0 Report post Posted December 21, 2008 Franco gave a tour de force in Pineapple Express, he's the backbone of one of the funniest movies in recent memory. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted December 21, 2008 I watched Vicky Cristina Barcelona last night and by no means necessary is that a comedy. Just because it's a Woody Allen film, doesn't make it a comedy. I don't think I laughed once throughout the whole movie. I laughed more times through Gran Torino (which got shafted). And I just noticed this, but James Franco got nominated for Pineapple Express? I loved the movie, I just didn't think it was award movie material. What does award movie material mean? And Franco gave a great performance, totally playing against type and surprising everyone. A nomination in the comedy category was warranted. They submitted Vicky as a comedy because it's an easier category to get nominations in. Rebecca Hall got a nomination, because she's set to be a breakout star, and they couldn't nominate her for Frost/Nixon, since she does nothing in the movie. That's why the Globes are a joke. Eternal Sunshine was in the comedy category a few years ago, and if that was a comedy, than it sucked. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Craig Th 0 Report post Posted December 21, 2008 Meh, maybe you're right. And Rebecca Hall did nothing for me in VCB. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted December 21, 2008 I liked her a lot, and think she's really hot, but no, a nomination was not deserved. Penelope Cruz deserves one though, great performance. Also liked her in Elegy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Craig Th 0 Report post Posted December 21, 2008 Cruz got a SAG nomination. Did you see Gran Torino yet bob? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted December 21, 2008 The SAG nods are a good precursor to the acting nominations for the Oscars, since a lot of them overlap membership. I saw the Globes gave Winslet a double dip- that's probably what they're doing to ensure she doesn't split the vote and screw herself out of a nomination. No, I haven't. I really want to, but I'm waiting for it to go wide so I can just combine it with a few other movies instead of trekking to the city. I saw Changeling, liked it a lot, though it had its flaws- it's ranked 17th on my list. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tonyjaymzretro 0 Report post Posted December 27, 2008 hey bob, have you posted your top movies of the year anywheres? i recently did mine, wanted to compare them Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted December 27, 2008 I have a list on my computer that I update after I see a few movies. My 2008 deadline is January 9, and then my list will be final Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Craig Th 0 Report post Posted December 30, 2008 Why the fuck do you have a deadline? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted December 30, 2008 Because I'm competing with friends to see who can see the most 2008 movies, and January 9 is our deadline. I usually make the second-third Friday in January my deadline, so I can finish up the year and finalise my list. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Craig Th 0 Report post Posted December 30, 2008 Ohhh okay.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted December 30, 2008 Ohhh okay.. It's annoying though- I have about 8 movies left to see. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jingus 0 Report post Posted January 12, 2009 Huh. Guess I should watch Slumdog Millionaire. Anna Pacquin?! She wasn't even the third-best actress on that show, let alone the best actress on any dramatic series anywhere on television. Anyone else seen both The Wrestler and Revolutionary Road? Anyone else struck by the sharp disparity between the performances that won Best Actor and Best Actress? I mean, I adore Kate Winslet and I'm happy she went home with some loot, but this wasn't anywhere near her best work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Ghost of bps21 0 Report post Posted January 12, 2009 Winslet winning 2 was worth it just for Ricky Gervais to do an Extras callback. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted January 12, 2009 Yea, I think Winslet winning two was just because they felt sorry for her. I thought she was great in Rev Road (as was Leo), but I couldn't get into The Reader. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Youth N Asia 0 Report post Posted January 12, 2009 Nice to see Mickey win, but I'm tired of the Mad Men blowjobs that take place at all of these awards. Nothing for Dexter again Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ravenbomb 0 Report post Posted January 12, 2009 I went 3 for 3 with the acting category, with Ledger, Farrell, and Rourke all winning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YourKock'sReallyGreat 0 Report post Posted January 12, 2009 Does Demi Moore really have to give a shoutout and respect to her ugly fucking daughter on the show. Seriously, that girl is fucking ugly and should be 5000 miles away from Hollywood. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Youth N Asia 0 Report post Posted January 12, 2009 perks of being a Hollywood kid. She's nothing special Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted January 12, 2009 Does Demi Moore really have to give a shoutout and respect to her ugly fucking daughter on the show? Well it IS her daughter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Niggardly King 0 Report post Posted January 12, 2009 I haven't seen this much slurping up for a show like Mad Men gets. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheech Tremendous 0 Report post Posted January 12, 2009 I haven't seen this much slurping up for a show like Mad Men gets. It deserves the slurping. Best show on television, hands down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
