Originally Posted by Taltarzac725 (Post 2414347)

The Academy should be able to pick which stories they want to honor with the Best Picture label. I do find that with some of them they are pushing too hard and just creating animosity from certain groups. They are using them as teaching moments and some people want a different book altogether.

Originally Posted by golfing eagles (Post 2414364)

Yes, they can use whatever criteria they want. But imagine if they reversed criteria and stated they will only consider movies with an all white cast. Would that be acceptable and within their rights

Originally Posted by golfing eagles (Post 2414256)

So, it's OK to fill a role with a less talented actor so that some diversity quota is met? There are plenty of talented "POC" actors, I wonder what they think of lowering standards to accommodate their less talented brethren. When I watch a movie, I want entertainment and quality performances. I couldn't give a rat's furry arse about how much "diversity" the casting director was able to shove down our throats. Give me Morgan Freeman and Denzel Washington all day long, but don't give me "all the stars that never were who are parking cars and pumping gas"

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725 (Post 2414300)

I see no problem with having stories told that reflect a broad spectrum of people in the US. And a good story can influence great changes. Uncle Tom's Cabin or Gulliver's Travels for instance. It is 2025 now though.

Originally Posted by jimjamuser (Post 2414388)

I would say that "Zero Day" was a recent series that was thoughtful enough to influence people. And maybe make small changes. It showed that the US's biggest enemy could come from within.

Originally Posted by jimjamuser (Post 2414388)

I would say that "Zero Day" was a recent series that was thoughtful enough to influence people. And maybe make small changes. It showed that the US's biggest enemy could come from within.

Originally Posted by jimjamuser (Post 2414384)

The last line is very clever. Impressive!!!!

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725 (Post 2414316)

I am pretty sure the Academy is a private organization and not a public one so there would not be much that could be done about it.

Originally Posted by jimjamuser (Post 2414401)

The Academy Awards is a highly produced entertainment spectacle designed for self-promotion. I do NOT go to movie theaters since I get enough entertainment to suit me from N, Prime, and Max. I only saw Dune 2 which was excellent. When I was younger and went to theaters often, I rarely agreed with the Academe's best picture choice. So, whatever their criterion for best picture is up to them and I really don't care. It is like a dog show, which I also don't watch.

Originally Posted by golfing eagles (Post 2414399)

Again, I watch a movie for entertainment, not to be "influenced". If anyone is going to influence anyone, it is going to be ME! :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725 (Post 2414400)

My brother used to live near where Denzel Washington had a buddy. I hear he is a down -to-earth person. Mr. Washington. Not so much his buddy.

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725 (Post 2414402)

I have rarely agreed with the Best Picture choice either. I definitely thought Saving Private Ryan was way better than Shakespeare in Love.

Originally Posted by jimjamuser (Post 2414407)

It takes a MENTALLY strong person to attain fame and NOT be controlled by it. Example the Batman suicide. (Actually, The Joker)

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725 (Post 2414415)

Heath Ledger died from an accidental prescription drug overdose according to the Medical Examiner.

He was great as the Joker.

Originally Posted by jimjamuser (Post 2414417)

Yes, that was a shame, he was a great actor. Imagine how many other great roles that he could have been in if he had lived longer. Everyone desires FAME, but few can pay it's price.

Originally Posted by golfing eagles (Post 2414364)

Yes, they can use whatever criteria they want. But imagine if they reversed criteria and stated they will only consider movies with an all white cast. Would that be acceptable and within their rights

Originally Posted by Tvflguy (Post 2414439)

Totally agree!

I assume that the Academy is a private institution and they can determine rulings as they wish. But this is yet another reason why we no longer watch Awards shows. And very seldom spend our $$$ on most movies now. Bizarro World.

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725 (Post 2414455)

Top Gun: Maverick needed to be seen on the biggest screen available. Think I saw it three times at the Old Mill Playhouse. Tom Cruise, from what I have heard, is a rather decent person.

Originally Posted by Tvflguy (Post 2414472)

We saw it at home on our huge screen and great sound system. No sticky floors or side conversations. Our popcorn and drinks. And ability to pause the movie when nature calls. Our favorite way to watch any movie now…. Plus saves $$$. bonus.

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725 (Post 2414479)

Nature does call a lot. Hard to get any further than a two hour movie.