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Well, there were quite a few surprises as the nominees were announced this morning. Let’s get to it. The Oscar telecast is on February 24, with Seth McFarland (“Ted”) hosting. Best Picture Oscar’s Final Nine “Argo” “Lincoln” “Beasts of the Southern Wild” “Silver Linings Playbook” “Les Miserables” “Django Unchained” “Life of Pi” “Amour” (Haven’t Seen) “Zero Dark Thirty” (Haven’t Seen) Likes: Once again, the weighted Best Picture voting resulted in […]

Well, this year, the Academy decided to bump up the time table for nominations, with the choices coming out tomorrow, roughly two weeks before they normally do. There’s still a lot I haven’t had the chance to see yet, but it’ll get watched in the coming weeks, so obviously, my personal picks are subject to change. For now, though, I hope you enjoy! Viva La Resistance! Brian Skutle www.sonic-cinema.com Best […]

Hello readers and listeners! The “Class of 1999” series continues its comedy streak with one of the biggest cult films of all-time in Mike Judge’s “Office Space”. Joining me for the discussion is filmmaker Chad Meisenheimer, who you can get to know in a brief interview prior to our “Office Space” discussion. I hope you enjoy! “Class of 1999” – “Office Space” w/ Chad Meisenheimer Interview Read Brian’s print review […]

Hello readers and listeners! The “Class of 1999” series hits another big, controversial moment with probably the most impactful film of the year in David Fincher’s “Fight Club”. Helping me break down the complicated themes and ideas in the film is filmmaker Jakob Bilinski. I hope you enjoy! “Class of 1999” – “Fight Club” Read Brian’s print review of “Fight Club” here. “Class of 1999” Series Introduction “Man on the […]