The USC Scripter Awards, which recognize both the screenwriters and original authors behind films adapted from published material, nominated Oscar favorites “12 Years a Slave,” “Captain Phillips” and “Philomena,” but also had a surprise up their sleeve.
'The Spectacular Now,' 'What Maisie Knew' join Oscar heavyweights in USC Scripter nods
Posted by Guy Lodge · 8:30 am · January 9th, 2014
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'Her,' 'American Hustle' and 'Gravity' among Art Directors Guild nominees
Posted by Guy Lodge · 7:00 am · January 9th, 2014
There are no significant surprises in this year’s list of Art Directors Guild nominees, which include the likes of “American Hustle” and “12 Years a Slave” in the period category, and the more contemporary work of “Her” and “Gravity.”
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Roundup: Academy names Sci-Tech honorees
Posted by Guy Lodge · 5:15 am · January 9th, 2014
In today’s roundup of notable online news anbd views, the Academy has named 52 individuals as honorees in this year’s Scientific and Technical Awards Presentation. Also: BAFTA’s British problem, and listening to all 75 Oscar-contending songs.
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The Long Shot: The case for 'American Hustle'
Posted by Guy Lodge · 6:35 pm · January 8th, 2014
“American Hustle,” along with “Gravity” and “12 Years a Slave,” has emerged as a frontrunner for the Best Picture Oscar, prompting detractors to dismiss it as a soft option. Here’s why it isn’t.
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Academy unveils official poster for 2014 Oscars
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 10:56 am · January 8th, 2014
The Academy has unveiled the official poster for the upcoming 86th annual Academy Awards. Front and center is Oscars host Ellen DeGeneres, who will be tackling emcee duties for the second time on March 2.
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American Society of Cinematographers nominate 'The Grandmaster,' 'Gravity'
Posted by Guy Lodge · 8:24 am · January 8th, 2014
A three-way tie makes for seven nominees for this year’s ASC Awards, including “Gravity,” “12 Years a Slave” and “The Grandmaster.”
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Costume Designers Guild nominees range from 'Her' to 'The Hunger Games'
Posted by Guy Lodge · 7:55 am · January 8th, 2014
“American Hustle,” “12 Years a Slave” and “Her” are among the films nominated today by the Costume Designers’ Guild, who present their awards on February 22.
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'Gravity' and '12 Years a Slave' win Screenwriters' Choice Awards
Posted by Guy Lodge · 6:36 am · January 8th, 2014
“Gravity” and “12 Years a Slave” won the original and adapted screenplay categories at the Screenwriters’ Choice Awards, voted on by users of screenwriting software Final Draft.
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Roundup: Scorsese's open letter on film's bright future
Posted by Guy Lodge · 4:18 am · January 8th, 2014
In today’s roundup of notable online news and views, Martin Scorsese writes an open letter to his daughter in which he waxes lyrical about the future film. Meanwhile, Armond White denies allegations that he heckled Steve McQueen at the NYFCC Awards.
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Is the newly British 'Gravity' the film to beat at the BAFTAs?
Posted by Guy Lodge · 1:02 am · January 8th, 2014
With hefty nomination hauls for “American Hustle,” “12 Years a Slave” and “Gravity” — nominated as a British film — the UK’s top film awards again reflect the Oscar race, with a few key exceptions.
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'Gravity' leads BAFTA nods, '12 Years a Slave' and 'American Hustle' close behind
Posted by Guy Lodge · 10:47 pm · January 7th, 2014
The BAFTA nominations, as expected, delivered plenty of good news for “Gravity,” “12 Years a Slave” and “American Hustle,” but “Dallas Buyers Club” was passed over.
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'Her' comes out on top in Oklahoma
Posted by Guy Lodge · 2:15 pm · January 7th, 2014
Spike Jonze’s “Her” has won the top prize from the Oklahoma Film Critics’ Circle. “12 Years a Slave” also took a pair of awards, while “August: Osage County” was named the year’s worst.
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'12 Years a Slave,' 'American Hustle,' 'Gravity' score in Denver critics' nods
Posted by Guy Lodge · 1:32 pm · January 7th, 2014
The three perceived Best Picture frontrunners lead the field in the Denver Film Critics’ Society nominations, while less expected picks include Woody Harrelson in the Best Supporting Actor category.
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Predicting tomorrow's BAFTA nominations
Posted by Guy Lodge · 12:30 pm · January 7th, 2014
Guy Lodge offers his predictions for tomorrow’s BAFTA nominations. ’12 Years a Slave’ will dominate, but should we be looking out for ‘Philomena?’
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Harry Belafonte pays tribute to Steve McQueen's 'genius' at NYFCC Awards
Posted by Guy Lodge · 9:30 am · January 7th, 2014
Harry Belanfonte delivered a heartfelt address to Steve McQueen as he presented the “12 Years a Slave” director with the Best Director prize at last night’s New York Film Critics’ Circle Awards.
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Alfonso Cuarón, David O. Russell, Martin Scorsese earn DGA nominations
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 9:06 am · January 7th, 2014
The nominees for the 66th annual Directors Guild of America (DGA) Awards were revealed today, narrowing the Oscar race considerably as the industry precursor has long been an indicator for which way the Academy might fall.
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Roundup: Armond White jeers Steve McQueen at NYFCC Awards
Posted by Guy Lodge · 2:24 am · January 7th, 2014
In today’s roundup of notable online news and views, controversial critic Armond White once more makes a nuisance of himself at the New York Film Critics’ Circle Awards. Meanwhile, Liza Minnelli makes an Oscar promiuse to Matthew McConaughey.
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Off the Carpet: Will Harvey have his first Oscar off-year since 2007?
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 8:08 pm · January 6th, 2014
Harvey Weinstein has had a heck of a Best Picture run since getting the Weinstein Company’s engine revved in 2008 with “The Reader.” But does all of that look to come to an end with 2013’s slate?
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