Ashley's Oscar Picks

This year I decided to watch all the films that were nominated for Best Picture so I would be better informed to make my Oscar picks. Of course, this had to be the year that they upped the nominees to 10! But I was determined...so in between studying Property, writing briefs, interviewing, I fit in 8 of the 10 movies. I only missed the other two (Precious and An Education) because they are not yet out on DVD and my commitment did not consist of paying $10 to see the movies in the theaters.

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.