Hollywood’s biggest award show is over for another year. Done. Kaput. No more bets on who will win and who will lose (although if I actually gambled on who would take home an Oscar, I would be a bit richer today). And while last night’s winners polish their statues and the losers polish off another bottle of Skinny Wine, I am giving kudos to one of the best Academy Awards show in years.

Here’s why last night Oscars rocked:

The host:

Hugh Jackman. He’s sexy, charming and helped made the usual dull Oscars entertaining. His musical montage of the year’s celebrated films –along this poorly made props (thank you recession)– and duet with Anne Hathaway rocked. He made the celebrities laugh—which makes him an automatic hit. He better be back next year.

The guests:

Brangelina–While most people were waiting for Angie and Brad to make their way down the red carpet—I couldn’t care less. Although both extremely talented and stunning—they are overrated. Besides, is it me or does Angelina have a permanent cold look to her? Girl needs to smile more often. Take some cues from Aniston. Yeah, I said it.

Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens—Sure I wondered why these two were even at the Oscars alongside another Disney star but soon-to-be harlot (Miley, I’m looking at you), it’s hard to keep your eyes off these two. They are young and beautiful and gorgeous.

Slumdog Millionaire (Young) Cast: This movie would’ve not been as powerful without all the young Latikas and Jamals. They made the movie and deserved a night away from the slums. Literally.

The Winners:

Kate Winslet: Come on children, let’s all say it together: “It’s about time!” Although I do not think Winslet’s role in “The Reader” was her best to date, she did get snubbed for her other Oscar worthy win performances—i.e. The Eternal Sunshine of a Spotless Mind and Little Children. She is one of the best of her generation. Now if the Academy only acknowledged Leonardo DiCaprio—I would be a happy gal.

Heath Ledger: By far, the late Ledger deserved the Best Supporting Actor win for his role as The Joker. He was genius, incredible and mind-blowing. A talent like his deserved to be recognized—even in a bittersweet moment. Besides, who did not get tears in their eyes after his family’s acceptance speech?

WALLE: Yes, you read that correctly. My obsession from Happy Feet to WALLE was easier than I thought it would be. Who knew true emotion and love took place between robots and machines?

Sean Penn: YAY! Finally Slumdog Millionaire DID not win an award. Oh wait, no one was nominated from that movie in this category. But seriously, Penn’s performance in Milk is outstanding. This actor can do no wrong. I’m mesmerized by all his roles.

Slumdog Millionaire: Sure The Dark Knight deserved a Best Picture nomination but this rags-to-riches love story was lovely. Even if it didn’t deserve all the awards it took home, it was nice for a movie of this genre to get some credit.

The Losers:

Brangelina: Thankfully neither won an award. Even though I will contradict myself here and say that I think Angelina’s performance in The Changeling was emotional—she already won Pitt from Aniston. Isn’t that enough woman?

Photo Credit: CTV.ca/AP Photo / Mark J. Terrill

Want to make a comment? Have something you want me to Rant ‘N Rave about? Send your e-mails to iogrodni@gmail.com






Related Stories: