Can you believe it? The year is already two-thirds of the way done! So far, we haven't seen too many 'Oscar-caliber' movies - but hopefully the upcoming fall/ winter season will finally give 2010 a solid lineup of great films! Here are some movies I think we should keep our eyes on:
THE KING'S SPEECH
What seems to be the current front-runner for the majority of Oscar nominations this year. Colin Firth seems poised for his second consecutive nomination and ideally his first win after his flawless performance last year in 'A Single Man.' The cast looks stellar and the story is both unique and historical. So far critics and audiences have been absolutely raving about the early screenings. Keep your eyes open for this - it's going to be one to watch.
BLACK SWAN
Darren Aronofsky's lack of ANY Oscar nominations for films like Requiem For A Dream and The Wrestler is almost unbelievable. This film looks like it could be a strong contender in multiple categories - possibly previous Oscar-nominee Natalie Portman? The film looks like it has a strong visual style, but will the dark, seemingly fantasy-like premise go over well with Oscar voters? We will have to see...
127 HOURS
Danny Boyle's return to movies after his mammoth achievement with Slumdog Millionaire. Like his previous films, 127 Hours looks like it will be both a visual wonder with a fast-paced plot. It has a lot going for it - true story, Oscar-winning director, James Franco... This movie could be one to beat.
CONVICTION
I honestly don't know what to think of this movie. The cast is amazing - Hilary Swank, Sam Rockwell, Melissa Leo, Mini Driver... The story - allegedly a true one - seems to be both gripping and inspirational. I could see this being either a dud or a complete winner. Interestingly, Annette Bening seems to be a front-runner for Best Actress this year, yet both of her past 2 nominations in the category were lost to Hilary Swank. Could these 2 possibly come head to head yet again? This is an interesting one to watch.
THE SOCIAL NETWORK
Yes, a movie about Facebook doesn't seem like it has much to offer, but early reviews have been complete raves. David Fincher directs, fresh off his Oscar-nomination for Benjamin Button. The cast leaves much to be desired (Justin Timberlake and Jesse Eisenberg don't exactly make the most prestigious movies), but it still has lots of potential, so for now lets just wait.
TRUE GRIT
The trailer is finally out and can we just say... this may or may not be a VERY strong contender this season. The film is made by the Coen brothers and stars Oscar-winner Jeff Bridges in the same leading role that won John Wayne an Oscar in 1969. Could Bridges become only the third actor to win back-to-back Oscars? The Coens' last western was a little film called No Country For Old Men. We think it's safe to say they understand how the genre works. With the Coens, you come to expect quality, and we can't imagine a situation where this will not be the case.
THE FIGHTER
A boxing movie starring Mark Wahlberg. History shows that boxing movies tend to do well, both critically and in terms of accolades (Million Dollar Baby, Raging Bull...) Could this movie follow in those footsteps?
THE TEMPEST
This movie may not end up being the right type of movie, but it has all the right ingredients. The cast includes Helen Mirren, David Strathairn, Djimon Hounsou, Alfred Molina, and Chris Cooper. The source material is the Shakespeare play.
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