Indeed fans, we are just three months away from honoring our finest films and performers with an Oscar.
This year has been yet another lackluster one, plagued by uninspiring films and subpar scripts.
After a remake garnered award nominations last year, it seems we were destined for even more remakes this year.
The leading nominee is Three Musketeers number forty-nine. It could very well be a frontrunner for best action film, or maybe not. Rumors are swirling about a potential remake of Casablanca, with Tom Cruise slated to portray Rick.
Notable remakes include Lawrence of Arabia featuring Tom Hanks, and Gone With The Wind starring Ricky Gervais as Rhett Butler.
As is tradition, the real Oscar contenders will not debut until closer to Christmas, followed by immense publicity to advocate for their nominations for best film of the year.
In my opinion, the best film has already hit theaters… and the Oscar should go to Red Dog, played by Koko, who demonstrates far more acting talent than Tom Cruise has ever exhibited, or is likely to in the future.
At least we comprehend what Koko is articulating… unlike Tom Cruise.
Next year, there are whispers of a plethora of new musicals. Building on the favorable reviews of Bob Dylan and George Harrison documentary films, the trend is shifting toward full-fledged musicals. Anticipate titles like The Music of the Spice Girls, Madonna Music, The Michael Jackson Story, The Life and Music of Cliff Richard, titled “Cliff and Hank in The Shadows.”
The most eagerly awaited musical undoubtedly is “Rocking All Over The World with Status Quo.”
It appears to be shaping up to be an exciting 2012, filled with films that we can finally enjoy from the comfort of our homes.
Currently, Eddie Murphy’s role as the Oscar’s presenter remains entirely under wraps, and no one has confirmed whether he has been approached. There’s unverified chatter that Peter O’Toole has remarked that it is high time he received an Oscar, given that he has been acting since before Gabby Haynes… and before the Civil War.
Looking ahead, more remakes slated for next year include Scrooge, Star Wars, The Godfather, and The Longest Day, based on the 2010 Oscar ceremonies.
I will share my final predictions for best actor and actress in January.
Who knows… Red Dog might just follow in the footsteps of iconic characters… Lassie… Rin Tin Tin…
by Helena Bryanlith
