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Relive
the magic! Well, sort of. Read on to find out some of the highlights
from the 75th Academy Awards®, or if you have a really, really bad
memory refresh it. Or, if you are one of my many
stalkers...err...adoring fans, read on to find out my thoughts...
AND HERE'S HOW IT ALL HAPPENED...
I
have a very random mind, so bare with me as I re-cap the actual
ceremony: The Academy Awards last night were loaded with all sorts of
emotions, but mostly those concerning the war in Iraq. While some
attendees, presenters and nominees couldn't help but make some sort of
a statement, most did it with grace. At least a little bit of it.
Adrien Brody did it with a sincere heartfelt speech, Susan Sarandon
displayed a peace sign and an ample of celebrities wore selections
from the "Love + Peace + Hope" jewelry line by an Israeli
born, New York artist Udi Behr. But if you have had a chance to tune
into any sort of Oscar coverage, you would know about the headlines
that Michael Moore had made that night. Moore was accepting an award
for Best Documentary for his film, "Bowling for Columbine,"
when he began making remarks against the war in Iraq & Bush to the
sound of loud clapping, booing and jeering. "We are against this
war, Mr. Bush. Shame on you," he practically screamed out. But
Steve Martin, along with his wonderful sense of humor and elegance,
saved the show by joking that "the Teamsters are helping Mr.
Moore into the trunk of his limo." Michael Moore zero, Steve 1+
0.5 (for creativity). Steve is certainly one of the best hosts in the
Academy's history.
Anyone who has been reading my column and articles regularly, would
know that I am a HUGE fan of Catherine Zeta-Jones. She amazingly
pulled off a performance of I MOVE ON alongside Queen Latifah
- and grabbed an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress as well,
given to her by Sir Sean Connery (a Scotsman to a Welsh girl).
Catherine was obviously pregnant. Very pregnant. So pregnant in fact
that an ambulance was on stand-by, just in case. And she still gave a
dazzling performance. And Richard Gere, whom I also adore, has been
giving everyone hugs. Well, everyone but me. But I guess it's because
I'm not from Chicago.
Big surprise as to whom the much debated Best Director award went to.
Most predictors crossed out the potential for Polanski due to his
shady legal troubles, but he got it. The interesting thing is that
there was an actual pause, as attendees looked around to see if
Polanski would suddenly show up.
What else? Oh yes! Although the show was really toned down, one very
adorable moment slipped in. Or should I say, an adorable mouse snuck
in. Mickey Mouse, that is. It was a very old-fashioned moment, take
aside that the mouse was put together by high technology. Mickey even
asked Jack Nicholson for a cue. "Jack" looked charmed (and
charming).
And to close things down, Michael
and Kirk Douglas announced the Best Picture: Chicago. They were sooooo
enchanting as they exchanged witty jokes & did their little card
trick. And soon the show was over... until next year.
For a list of actual winners & how I fared in my predictions, turn
to: http://www.modamag.com/oscars2003d.htm
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