It’s that time of year, when studios roll out their awards-centric websites for films in play. You get screening info, news and notes, reminders of how AMAZING their films are (with critical quotes to back it up), goodies like screenplays and such, etc. It’s a good way to see how wide the net is cast during the season (since any and everything gets a “For Your Consideration” blurb), but I’ve always found it’s a good way to revisit the year’s films.
First up, Universal Pictures has put together its standard assemblage hawking “Public Enemies,” “Bruno,” “Funny People” and “It’s Complicated.” Skimming through the “Public Enemies” section I was instantly reminded that Elliot Goldenthal’s score was actually quite wonderful and could be a sleeper to watch in a field that is notorious for its insularity. You can even skim through tracks in a dedicated section and download the screenplay.
“Funny People” has a similar set-up, with score toggling, the script, etc., while “Bruno” has no script to offer. But you can listen to the raved out score again if you wish. The “It’s Complicated” section has material to come and only mentions “in all categories” as it pertains to FYC business.