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Sunday, February 22, 2009
Oscars 09: What did you think?
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Some slumdog.
It was time for some slummin’ at the Oscars Sunday night, as “Slumdog Millionaire” dominated even more than predicted, winning eight Academy Awards. With no names in the cast, set entirely in India and a jumpy narrative, it’s as unlikely a Best Picture as we’ve seen.
Even more unlikely:
The show actually finished in under three and half hours, and moved pretty well. There were a lot of little changes and one big one: Having five past winners come out to present each of the four acting awards, with heartfelt one-to-one speeches to the nominees. Classy.
Some other memorable moments:
“Man on Wire” crazoid Philippe Petit balancing the Oscar upside down on his chin while millions cringed;
Ben Stiller hilariously channeling Joaquin Phoenix;
Hugh Jackman’s opening musical number with its recession theme, including the “Craigslist Dancers.” Nice job, Hugh.
What did you think of the show? Better but still too long? What did you think of the awards that were handed out? Anybody get robbed?
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