Green Book has won best picture… should it have?
Green Book surprises many by winning Best Picture.
Is #OscarsSoWhite a Thing of the Past?
With the 2016 Academy Awards at the root of the cynically popular hashtag #OscarsSoWhite, after no POC (people of colour) actors and actresses were nominated for any awards, The Academy got quite a bit of flack from the public. This year, however, the nominees were considerably more diverse than in previous years. With 35% of…
Kiana’s Ultimate Reading Suggestions-Part 1
There’s nothing like cozying up with a hot beverage (or cold), a fluffy blanket, and a good book — unless you can’t find the latter — then things start to go downhill. So today, I’ve decided to make a list of my go-to books when my current read doesn’t satisfy me. East of Eden, by,…
A Lily-white Hollywood – Not Just During Oscars Season
I have a bone to pick with the #Oscarssowhite movement that has taken social media by storm for the second year in a row. Imbalances in racial diversity shouldn’t only be noticed when all the nominees for an awards show are white. Though I’m appreciative of the media and Twitter users for finally getting the…
A look at history’s youngest Oscar winners
This past weekend the victor of the Best Actor category, Eddie Redmayne, age 33, was one of the younger actors to prevail throughout Oscar history and be recognized for their art and talent. Young actors and actresses continue to prove that immense depth of emotion portrayed can be reached at any age. To celebrate the youthful heart…
The 87th Oscars Red Carpet Review
As you all know, the 87th Academy Awards took place this Sunday. That obviously means there was a red carpet. So, being as qualified as I am, I will do my best to review the Oscars red carpet fashion for you. Marion Cotillard Well…Marion Cotillard decided to come dressed as a piece of sushi…
Laugh, Dance, Oscars; Ellen Degeneres Hosts the 2014 Oscars
One of the most beloved daytime TV hosts of our generation, Ellen Degeneres is set to host the 86th Academy Awards for 2014! This is the second time around for the comedian to host the Oscars. The announcement was made this past Friday by the producers of the program, Craig Zadan and Neil Meron. Mrs.…
Paperman – Classic Love Story
With the Valentine’s Day hype and all, this mini film is the quickest way to get into the the spirit. Show it to your significant other to get into cupids good books. Telling the tale of a New York city young man stuck in a mundane office job, his life changes forever when a pretty…
2010 Oscar Nominations
Last week, the nominees for the 82nd Academy Awards were announced. By the looks of the nominees, it seems that the Academy (of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences) is making an effort to appeal to the general public more than in previous years. James Cameron’s Avatar is tied for the most number of nominations (nine…