So, drum roll please..... Here are my Oscar picks!
BEST PICTURE
Avatar- I did not want to see this movie at first but after hearing rave reviews from several people all with different tastes, I gave in and experienced it in 3D. I chose this movie mainly because it was the only one I saw that had the "WOW" factor.
Consolation picks- Up In the Air and Inglorious Basterds. The Blind Side was a favorite too but It just doesn't seem Oscar worthy.
ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE
Jeremy Renner (The Hurt Locker). I have to admit I did not see the performances of Jeff Bridges in Crazy Heart or Colin Firth in A Single Man. From the three I did see, I would have to say that Renner's performance was the most inspiring as he played a soldier whose job it was to disarm EADs.
ACTRESS IN A LEADING ROLE
Meryl Streep (Julie and Julia). Once again, I only saw the performances and Sandra Bullock and Meryl Streep. So maybe I will let you know after I view the others, my real pick. I love Sandra Bullock and will not be disappointed if she wins, Meryl Streep is a great actress and an excellent portrayal as Julia Childs.
ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE
Stanley Tucci (The Lovely Bones). I am making this decision on behalf of my husband since I did not see The Lovely Bones. My runner-up pick is Christoph Waltz.
ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE
Maggie Gyllenhaal(Crazy Heart)
DIRECTOR
Quentin Tarantino for Inglorious Basterds
Tune in tonight to see how I did! Next year I will strive to watch all of the nominees.
