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« CPAC and libertarianism | Main | Party of Six: Will They, Won't They, Will They Join the Dance? » February 26, 2005YawnTomorrow ABC plays host to the 77th Annual Academy Awards, and I couldn't care less. Of all exercises in self-congratulation and arrogance, the Academy Awards tops them all. In year where none of the nominees are blockbusters, the Academy decided to bring in Chris Rock - supposedly controversial - to help boost what would otherwise be poor ratings, and in all likelihood he'll deliver. "Awards for art are f***ing idiotic," he said. Thanks to these comments, thousands of people who would've tuned out the Oscars are going to be watching to see what he'll say. But aside from the blatant publicity stunt, Chris has a point. Why should I care what a handful of career Hollywood residents think was the most fashionable film at the moment they cast their vote? Frankly, I don't, and the whole exercise is ridiculously narcissistic. On the other hand, there's a fashion show "red carpet walk" where beautiful people dress up for the adoring fans. At least that offers a spectacle worth watching on occasion. Chris is right, awards for art are f***ing idiotic, but beautiful stars strutting their stuff isn't. That's just good TV. I'll watch, but not because I care who "wins." I'll watch for the spectacle of it all. Posted by Joshua Claybourn at February 26, 2005 05:00 AM CommentsWhile there is some about the Oscars I do not care for, such as the obsession with fashion, the occasionally excessive pomp, some self-obsessed actors, etc., there is also much I enjoy. Like it or not, films are an important artform in this nation, and a Best Picture nominee often showcases the word of hundreds of talented artists, ranging from the actors to the make-up people. And who better to appraise this work than those who practice it for their entire lives? One could find a parallel with a sports banquet. I see nothing wrong with having ex-players and coaches and sports journalists doing the voting and analysis in such a situation. Posted by: Lucas at February 26, 2005 09:16 PM | permalink Posted by: Alan K. Henderson at February 28, 2005 03:18 AM | permalink Posted by: Scott Mc Gowan at March 2, 2005 10:39 PM | permalink |
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