Demi Moore expected Mikey Madison to win the Academy Award for lead actress, she recently told Time magazine. “I don’t know why I knew, but I did,” Moore said in the interview. “I was so centered and calm. I didn’t feel gutted. I didn’t feel any of those kinds of things. I just trusted, and … Read more
When filmmaker Sean Baker won his first Oscar for original screenplay early Sunday night for “Anora,” a screwball dramedy about a stripper who marries the son of a Russian oligarch, he gave an acceptance speech so heartfelt and complete, heaping praise on everyone from his cast and crew to his distributors and management team, that … 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
Do you want to be an actor? Listening to Screen Actors Guild Awards host Kristen Bell singing that question to the tune of “Do You Want to be a Snowman,” it seemed like the only reasonable response was a hearty “hell yes,” even with all the talk of failure and embarrassment and the possibility that … Read more
The last of the major Oscar precursors hands out its prizes Sunday, bringing clarity — or perhaps further confusion — to one of the most topsy-turvy awards seasons in memory. Leading film nominee “Wicked” will vie with “A Complete Unknown,” “Conclave,” “Emilia Pérez” and Producers Guild and Directors Guild champion “Anora” for the coveted Screen … Read more
Actors will dress to impress at the 31st Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday. All eyes will be on Demi Moore, who’s not only the favorite in the female lead actor category, but a favorite on the red carpet. From her Swarovski-adorned custom Armani Privé strapless gown at the Golden Globe Awards to her lace-up … 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
