The Oscar Nominations – Broad Topics, 1/24/12
Movie Guys Paul Preston and Justin Bowler stopped in on LA TALK RADIO’s “Broad Topics” to discuss the 84th Annual Academy Award nominations.
Best Picture
THE MUPPETS – FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION
It’s with the quality of timelessness (I hope that’s a word) that I nominate “The Muppets” for your consideration.
MOVIE REVIEW – WINTER’S BONE
The terrifying adults in this film often acted as if they hid the town secret of the local werewolf, but no such wolf ever shows.
MOVIE REVIEW – THE KIDS ARE ALL RIGHT
Bening is riveting here, as she has the ability to work the camera and turn you inside out, proving once again why she is one of the best ever.
RANTING ON A CLASSIC: THE BEST YEARS OF OUR LIVES
The themes of post-war recovery and renewal, coupled with the hidden grief and sacrifice faced by returning veterans made for a story that still speaks to us.