Well, it is that time of year again...time to celebrate the movies and all the artistic expression of this industry. I absolutely love going to, renting, discovering once again the venue of the arts called cinema. We like making fun of all the celebrities in their pre-show posturing (I think they take themselves WAY TOO SERIOUSLY), and it is always a good opportunity to have great friends over for a party. There's the ballot contest, trivia games...and my favorite part of the evening, the "Memoriam" video clip. I must say, Billy Crystal is my favorite host. I was, however, recently impressed with Jon Stewart last year and am looking forward to him again. Then there's the favorite clips of previous years--Shirley Temple and the streaker with David Niven are at the top of my list--and this year is sure to be plentiful since it's the 80th.We host this annual event (poor Garland married into this and is quite the supportive husband!) and have a great time! The food is themed with the current Best Picture nominees, we dress up or in a favorite character hoping for a nod, and just have a great time.
So, in anticipation, enjoy the following:
2 comments:
How fun, Shari. I get so much into Oscarmania every year but haven't been part of a fancy tradition like yours. I think that would be a blast. Donica and I try to see all the nominated movies, so it would be right up our alley.
This year things are different, of course. Donica's mom is dying of cancer and may be gone any day now. So all we can do is take one day at a time.
I didn't realize you do this, how fun. I love to watch it too. Used to be when Nancy lived near us, we'd watch together, and Don would concoct some fancy treat to bring us on a tray. You gotta love these supporting husbands! They should get a best supporting husband award! :)
I really like Jon Stewart too, although I loved Billy Crystal as well. You're right, I'll bet this 80th will have lots of historical clips. Should be a good one! Have lots of fun. Hope you'll share photos of the evening; gotta see the outfits!
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