This morning, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences announced its nominees for its awards ceremony, more commonly known as the Oscars. On Sunday, February 22nd, the winners will be decided. That gives everyone one month to catch up on the films they’ve missed. While the Best Film nominees were no big surprise, there were some in the other categories, and some disappointments to boot. Read more »
Festival season has come to an end for both Montreal and most of the rest of the world. Now all eyes turn to the slew of critic association lists and the upcoming film award ceremonies in the new year. Airing on the 11th of January, the Golden Globes is the first major ceremony of 2009. For filmgoers with more than a passing interest in the awards (more than just red carpet glitz), take an active part by making your own decisions on the nominees with this handy viewing guide to catch the majority of films in the next few weeks. Read more »
How to look past the obvious choice this week? Acclaimed by critics and the second highest grossing film of all time in North America, The Dark Knight is ready to eclipse all other releases this week as top sell, top rental. Any attention for other films will likely be reduced to nil. And while this second outing directed by narrative time-bending Christopher Nolan should be the top of anyone’s lists, there are a few lesser known films worth the role of sidekick. Read more »