Two-time Oscar winner Adrien Brodyclearly had plenty to say at the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday. Now, it seems his insistence to deliver a lengthy acceptance speech has paid off. “The Brutalist” star and lead actor winner now holds the record for the longest acceptance speech in Oscars history. After blowing a kiss to the … Read more
Adrien Brody flashed his status as a two-time Oscar winner to ward off the orchestral music that was nudging him to wrap up his lengthy acceptance speech Sunday evening. “Please turn the music off. I’ve done this before,” he said, well into his speech, promising to not be “egregious” in the rest of his remarks. … Read more
5:09 p.m. Here comes “Anora,” with Sean Baker winning for original screenplay. — M.M. Big win. Hopefully the first of many for Sean Baker. — G.W. I was so afraid you were going to say “this means he probably won’t win for directing.” I am here for an “Anora” sweep. — M.M. If he wins … Read more
The Oscar race for best picture has been a roller coaster ride all season and, even with “Anora” winning the top prize from both the producers and directors guilds, there still might be a moment of suspense when that final envelope is opened at the March 2 ceremony. It has been that kind of year. … Read more
