My Blog, My Predictions. And You Better Like It, Damn It!!! Part 1

I thought that this year was probably the best year for movies that I have seen since 1999 and I also applaud myself for going out and seeing a majority of the strong contenders (many of which I saw before the buzz was overwhelming - extra personal kudos for me). I also applaud this year for being quite the year for gay matter in cinema. I am still eagerly awaiting to see if Bush addresses this tonight in his speech before tackling such small matters as the little war over in Iraq or the the decomposing of public education. Okay, here are a few of my random plugs on some of the award categories. Take em or leave em....

Actor In A Leading Role: Wow, 3 leading men that have a strong shot of claiming the award? I have not seen that in a long time. I have to go with Phillip Seymour Hoffman in Capote. I've loved him ever since I saw him in Boggie Nights. He owned the role as Truman Capote in every essential way. I have to admit that for the first ten minutes of the movie I thought that his voice would annoy the hell out of me but it endearingly grew on me. I loved Heath Ledger in Brokeback. He did so many amazing things with nonverbal communication. As the movie went on, he just seemed to get stronger and more comfortable with his role. The metamorphosis was quite amazing. I know many are pulling for Phoenix in Walk The Line but I think he might be a year late. Back to back winners mimicking the lives of music outlaws with drug issues? Not a chance. In addition, I unfortunately noticed him profusely sweating throughout the movie and it was a major distraction. I have not seen Hustle & Flow yet but Terrence Howard seems to be the man of the hour. Must be those dreamy soft brown eyes. This has been his break through year and well deserved for him. I also give him props because his family is tight with my old supervisor. From what I have heard he seems like an all-around great guy. As for Strathairn in Good Night, And Good Luck, I have not seen it yet. Hopefully I will get to catch it before Oscar night.