Mr. wOw’s 2012 Oscar Blog

by Mr. Wow on February 26, 2012 · E-mail alerts

 

Mr. wOw brings you the glitz, the glam — and of course, the gaffes. Join the conversation below!

 


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Deirdre Cerasa February 26, 2012 at 10:10 pm

I am happy for Christopher Plummer too.

Daniel Sugar February 26, 2012 at 10:12 pm

Nick Nolte’s a miracle on 34th street.

Deirdre Cerasa February 26, 2012 at 10:25 pm

No matter how ravaged he looks now, I prefer to remember him in Rich Man, Poor Man.

Tee Zee February 26, 2012 at 10:26 pm

Nick Nolte in Prince of Tides… always moves me.

Mr. Wow February 26, 2012 at 10:29 pm

If only Barbra had stuck to directing and not co-starring in that one. 

Deirdre Cerasa February 26, 2012 at 10:33 pm

“Lowenstein, Lowenstein, I say it like a prayer”. Oh yes the Prince of Tides, he was magic.
Sorry Mr. WoW, I think Barbra was perfect in Prince of Tides. It was a great cast all the way through.

Mr. Wow February 26, 2012 at 10:17 pm

Zach looks almost cute. 

Mr. Wow February 26, 2012 at 10:27 pm

Angelina…please, please, please…even a little fruit or oatmeal.  Just get something in your stomach.

We can negotiate a cheeseburger later, when you can lift your arms without strain.

Tee Zee February 26, 2012 at 10:33 pm

Woody Allen finally won… not that he cares. I did enjoy Midnight in Paris.

Deirdre Cerasa February 26, 2012 at 10:35 pm

I really enjoyed Midnight in Paris. I have watched it 3 times, so far.

Tee Zee February 26, 2012 at 10:47 pm

Agreed, it captivated me in a way I didn’t expect…charming.

Deirdre Cerasa February 26, 2012 at 10:55 pm

Exactly! I think Owen Wilson was terrific and that was a pleasant surprise!

Tee Zee February 26, 2012 at 10:50 pm

Sorry, I forgot he won for Annie Hall…

Mr. Wow February 26, 2012 at 10:50 pm

I think I’d prefer three hours of Ellen DeGeneres commercials.   Not that this is so  bad.

Tee Zee February 26, 2012 at 10:52 pm

I think the real problem is Hollywood is just not making many films and most are the action and remakes that make money overseas. Just not a lot to get excited about.

Deirdre Cerasa February 26, 2012 at 10:56 pm

It does seem a bit sedate!

Mr. Wow February 26, 2012 at 11:10 pm

Where are the drunks, sluts and political loons when you need them?  

Deirdre Cerasa February 26, 2012 at 11:19 pm

Way too much, best behavior

Way too much “best behavior”!

Mr. Wow February 26, 2012 at 10:56 pm

Michael Douglas…wow, quite the recovery!   I recall going to the preem of “Wall Street 2″ and everybody assuming he’d be dead within a few months.  Needless to say, it was one of the most packed and frantic and ghoulish events ever. 

Daniel Sugar February 26, 2012 at 11:02 pm

Note to Tee Zee: Woody Allen’s already won 5 times.

Mr. Wow February 26, 2012 at 11:09 pm

And you know…that wink is the worst part of “Cleopatra.” 

Oh, well.   They gave her the finale.

Tee Zee February 26, 2012 at 11:12 pm

Liking all the actors talking about making movies.

Mr. Wow February 26, 2012 at 11:21 pm

Yes, I’d rather see three hours of that, too. 

Deirdre Cerasa February 26, 2012 at 11:41 pm

I watch “The Actor’s Studio” to listen to actors talking about making movies.

Daniel Sugar February 26, 2012 at 11:18 pm

Glad Jean Valjean won.

Mr. Wow February 26, 2012 at 11:20 pm

Did not really see that coming– Jean Dujardin.   Charming performance.  Period. 

Baby Snooks February 27, 2012 at 9:53 am

I don’t think many saw that coming.  George didn’t look too happy. Angelina didn’t look too happy. I suspect Brad didn’t care. He has fun. What else is there?

Tee Zee February 26, 2012 at 11:29 pm

I guess the gold dress worked its charm.

Mr. Wow February 26, 2012 at 11:31 pm

Okay, Meryl…you got it.   God bless.  Get drunk.

Academy, you’re on notice.  No more nominations for this woman.

Baby Snooks February 27, 2012 at 10:01 am

I suspect you will see her again. And again. And again. And why not? 

Mr. Wow February 26, 2012 at 11:35 pm

TOM!!!!!!!!!

You are still my Top Gun, honey.   We never have to talk about religion.  Or anything.

Reggie February 26, 2012 at 11:37 pm

I adored Colin Firth in Mamma Mia — so delicious! Also in The King’s Speech.  I think he’d make a good Bond.
My niece texted to ask “Who is Billy Crystal?”  I’ll be laughing about that all night.  Reminds me of how my Mom used to say how much she loved Arthur Godfrey and I’d go “Arthur who?”  The march of time is relentless.  At least I know who Bieber is.

Bravo to Meryl.  Her performance was spot on even if the script was a bit much.  I have great admiration for the real Mrs. Thatcher.

Daniel Sugar February 26, 2012 at 11:39 pm

Thanks, Mr. Wow.

Once again, that was fun.

D.

Tee Zee February 26, 2012 at 11:39 pm

OK “The Artist” won all the big ones but not the sweep that was predicted. Not a bad way to spend an evening. Thanks to all of you!

Mr. Wow February 26, 2012 at 11:42 pm

It’s over.  Not bad.  Except for my concerns for Miss Jolie.  Those arms and that knee will haunt me for some time. 

Thanks to you stayed with me through my technical problems and thanks to Joni, Sylvia, Hilary and Emily, who talked me down from my high anxiety when things weren”t working.   And for fixing it, too!

Love,
Mr. W.

Baby Snooks February 27, 2012 at 10:21 am

I actually watched most of it.  I think someone should explain to Angelina that bony knees don’t go well with slit gowns. Or at least suggest she keep the leg in instead of out.

I never really watch so maybe they do this each year now but I remember when the Governors Awards, although I remember when it was just the Jean Hersholtz award, were presented during the Oscar presentation.  So Oprah was allowed to stand and be acknowledged the way Lauren Bacall was. Not that I like Oprah. But I thought it was insulting. the way I thought it was insulting with Lauren Bacall.  And I would have preferred they honored Doris Day. I suspect they never will. Apart from a little blip during the Memorium.  And I also would have preferred Martha screeching over Cleo winking.  But, well, who are we to say?

I missed your blogging. I forgot.  A friend who used to cover it live was blogging. Via Facebook. So I didn’t get up during commercials. And then went to bed. Hopefully in a day or two all the “news feed” will be gone.

Deirdre Cerasa February 26, 2012 at 11:42 pm

Lots of fun and congratulations to everyone; nominees and winners! This was a lovely evening!

Pdr de March 1, 2012 at 11:14 am

Mr. Wow,

I’ve tried numerous times to read the article – it isn’t here – what comes up are the comments and a picture of Oscar – nothing else. What am I doing wrong?

Tee Zee February 26, 2012 at 10:35 pm

Agreed !

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