Glenn Close, Charlize Theron, Carey Mulligan, Michelle Williams, Viola Davis and Octavia Spencer.
(from THR. thanks phantom!)
Glenn Close, Charlize Theron, Carey Mulligan, Michelle Williams, Viola Davis and Octavia Spencer.
(from THR. thanks phantom!)
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Everytime I watch these ’roundtable’ discussions I’m disappointed. Most of the actors seem bored and when it gets more lively the journalist shuts it down. Isn’t the whole point of a round table to try and get everyone engaged on one subject rather than the journalist have individuals conversations with every actress. He’s a douche. And the American one is his armcandy.
Michelle Williams come across as super likeable. I’d love to have a drink with her.
Everytime I watch these ’roundtable’ discussions I’m disappointed. Most of the actors seem bored and when it gets more lively the journalist shuts it down. Isn’t the whole point of a round table to try and get everyone engaged on one subject rather than the journalist have individuals conversations with every actress. He’s a douche. And the American one is his armcandy.
Michelle Williams come across as super likeable. I’d love to have a drink with her.
Yeah, I was just about to say how much Viola could be hurting her chances with her seriousness. Don’t get me wrong; I agree with everything she’s saying. As an African-American man, I’d have to be delusional not to see how difficult it is being a black actor in this industry. I damn near cried hearing her talk about how she wanted to play Lady MacBeth or Nora because it does seem like a fat chance and that’s ridiculous.
But even I am a little taken aback by how heavy she comes off. Maybe it’s because I’ve heard her bring up the same topics again and again – and she has every right to, really. But let’s be honest: you have to know how to play the game and this sense of entitlement she gives off (whether earned or not) could turn off a lot of voters.
Yeah, I was just about to say how much Viola could be hurting her chances with her seriousness. Don’t get me wrong; I agree with everything she’s saying. As an African-American man, I’d have to be delusional not to see how difficult it is being a black actor in this industry. I damn near cried hearing her talk about how she wanted to play Lady MacBeth or Nora because it does seem like a fat chance and that’s ridiculous.
But even I am a little taken aback by how heavy she comes off. Maybe it’s because I’ve heard her bring up the same topics again and again – and she has every right to, really. But let’s be honest: you have to know how to play the game and this sense of entitlement she gives off (whether earned or not) could turn off a lot of voters.
Every year I get so pissed during these roundtables. I love watching them for the participators, but the interviewers ask the WORST, the most predictable, the most uncomfortable and most STUPID questions every year.
Last year was worse, when they kept asking “have you had a bad experience on a film?” Answer: “Yes”. Next question: “Who was it with? Give us a name. Was it a director, an actor? Who were they?” AS IF THEY WOULD EVER SAY THAT!
One thing, I like that they also invited supporting contenders this year, but ultimately it is the most boring roundtable I have seen so far. It was the Charlize show which is fine, but there usually is more insight into the actors/actresses, speaking about there lives and lessons. And this year was just BLAH!
I love Viola Davis, but by God, she has to been being SO serious. She oozes “it is hard being me” in some weird way. Even when she speaks, she has these little pauses between every single word, so (I don’t know) it sounds more profound, humble and deep. Lighten up, woman! 🙂
Every year I get so pissed during these roundtables. I love watching them for the participators, but the interviewers ask the WORST, the most predictable, the most uncomfortable and most STUPID questions every year.
Last year was worse, when they kept asking “have you had a bad experience on a film?” Answer: “Yes”. Next question: “Who was it with? Give us a name. Was it a director, an actor? Who were they?” AS IF THEY WOULD EVER SAY THAT!
One thing, I like that they also invited supporting contenders this year, but ultimately it is the most boring roundtable I have seen so far. It was the Charlize show which is fine, but there usually is more insight into the actors/actresses, speaking about there lives and lessons. And this year was just BLAH!
I love Viola Davis, but by God, she has to been being SO serious. She oozes “it is hard being me” in some weird way. Even when she speaks, she has these little pauses between every single word, so (I don’t know) it sounds more profound, humble and deep. Lighten up, woman! 🙂
Spencer needs to step up her wig game. What is that thing on her head?
Spencer needs to step up her wig game. What is that thing on her head?
Mr. Know-It-All, Stephen Holt…how lucky we have you to explain us all we need to know about Michelle Williams’ depressed outlook…and the fact that you make those remarks under the guise of “caring” for her (“she was such a sweet, happy girl”…wtf!)…one word: tasteless!
Mr. Know-It-All, Stephen Holt…how lucky we have you to explain us all we need to know about Michelle Williams’ depressed outlook…and the fact that you make those remarks under the guise of “caring” for her (“she was such a sweet, happy girl”…wtf!)…one word: tasteless!
Tilda! Please… 🙁
Tilda! Please… 🙁
So, let me get this straight: If you think Viola Davis is supporting and not deserving of a lead Oscar nomination, you’re a racist?
So, this board is FULL of racists; whomever thought Kate Winslet was committing “category freud,” is racist against white people.
So stupid…
So, let me get this straight: If you think Viola Davis is supporting and not deserving of a lead Oscar nomination, you’re a racist?
So, this board is FULL of racists; whomever thought Kate Winslet was committing “category freud,” is racist against white people.
So stupid…
I meant to say alot of potential contenders didn’t attend the roundtable, that doesn’t mean they are not campaigning. Some of them were busy and some of their movies have not been distributed widely or at all yet.
I don’t get the hoopla for Charlize. That celebrity pseudo-charm ala Clooney social dominating doesn’t work for me. Outgoing and knowing what to say to make yourself look dynamic doesn’t necessarily equate great personality to me. It seemed like she was trying too hard to appear witty charismatic, and likeable in a contrived way which reminds me of Clooney. Michelle Williams and Carey Mulligan are well-known to be shy and reserved. It doesn’t mean they are boring. The questions probably made some of them uncomfortable or feel awkward. Viola and Glenn are usually quite eloquent in her interviews and have given better answers before. As for Charlize’s chances, I have to watch the movie first before properly judging but from the previews it seems more like GG material but sometimes roles in dark comedies get nominated. I know Clooney will schmooze his ass off and he already is. That doesn’t mean anything to me because I can see throught that spiel and schlitz. He knows how to work it and that will be a definite advantage over some of his peers. This was a disappointing roundtable to say the least. They need to ask better questions and the actresses lacked chemistry in the conversation. Though I found the lack of forced bonding refreshing. It is annoying when they pretend to be so in sync or fond of each other.
I meant to say alot of potential contenders didn’t attend the roundtable, that doesn’t mean they are not campaigning. Some of them were busy and some of their movies have not been distributed widely or at all yet.
I don’t get the hoopla for Charlize. That celebrity pseudo-charm ala Clooney social dominating doesn’t work for me. Outgoing and knowing what to say to make yourself look dynamic doesn’t necessarily equate great personality to me. It seemed like she was trying too hard to appear witty charismatic, and likeable in a contrived way which reminds me of Clooney. Michelle Williams and Carey Mulligan are well-known to be shy and reserved. It doesn’t mean they are boring. The questions probably made some of them uncomfortable or feel awkward. Viola and Glenn are usually quite eloquent in her interviews and have given better answers before. As for Charlize’s chances, I have to watch the movie first before properly judging but from the previews it seems more like GG material but sometimes roles in dark comedies get nominated. I know Clooney will schmooze his ass off and he already is. That doesn’t mean anything to me because I can see throught that spiel and schlitz. He knows how to work it and that will be a definite advantage over some of his peers. This was a disappointing roundtable to say the least. They need to ask better questions and the actresses lacked chemistry in the conversation. Though I found the lack of forced bonding refreshing. It is annoying when they pretend to be so in sync or fond of each other.
@pitapipa
I am not putting Viola in the back of the bus. That was a really nasty infernce. I am not “scared” of an African American woman winning the Oscar again. What the hell was up with that comment? It is shameful that people are playing the race card like this as well as try to imply that I am racist for thinking Viola’s role in The Help was a supporting actress role. That is absurd and offensive. I would be proud to see any African American woman or minority woman getting nominated for the lead Oscar but I just didn’t think Viola deserved it for this movie and felt it was a misplace of categories. I know what the title of the movie is, do not patronize me. You can disagree with me about who is the lead but don’t turn this into a disrespectful discussion. Other people agree with me too. I didn’t say anything incendiary for pete’s sake. Some award branches place actresses in categories that differ from their campaign. I don’t think other examples are irrelevant. It is an ensemble and people will disagree about who is the lead vs. supporting. I also pointed out that Viola would probably also be considered a stronger contender for supporting considering the competition for lead actress. My post shouldn’t have gotten such a hostile reaction that implied some derogatory, very nasty things that are untrue about me. I just felt I had to respond to that.
As for Meryl Streep, it is a mistake to think she does not campaign. Actresses both indirectly and directly campaign. I don’t get this attitude like she is outside or above the schmoozing or whatever because she is no different from anybody else. That is what I mean by mentioning their “camps”. By camps, I mean their agents, publicists, co-stars, producers of the movie, and people in the industry who spread the buzz for them. Meryl Streep definitely has her own camp that campaigns for her. When she has a movie out, she does her fair share of interviews and promotion. I have witnessed this every year, so I don’t get why her fans claim she doesn’t campaign. Or two years ago, people claimed that Monique didn’t campaign or play the game when she did. Most of them do.
The Iron Lady is not out yet in U.S. theaters, which is why we have not seen it yet. Plus, she is Meryl Streep, darling of the industry. She usually has tons of media support and backing.
She has tons of allies in Hollywood. Just because she didn’t attend the THR roundtable doesn’t mean she does not campaign at all. A lot of potential contenders didn’t contend. Some people, like the cast of The Help, have been campaigning rather aggressively. It doesn’t gurantee any nominations yet.
@pitapipa
I am not putting Viola in the back of the bus. That was a really nasty infernce. I am not “scared” of an African American woman winning the Oscar again. What the hell was up with that comment? It is shameful that people are playing the race card like this as well as try to imply that I am racist for thinking Viola’s role in The Help was a supporting actress role. That is absurd and offensive. I would be proud to see any African American woman or minority woman getting nominated for the lead Oscar but I just didn’t think Viola deserved it for this movie and felt it was a misplace of categories. I know what the title of the movie is, do not patronize me. You can disagree with me about who is the lead but don’t turn this into a disrespectful discussion. Other people agree with me too. I didn’t say anything incendiary for pete’s sake. Some award branches place actresses in categories that differ from their campaign. I don’t think other examples are irrelevant. It is an ensemble and people will disagree about who is the lead vs. supporting. I also pointed out that Viola would probably also be considered a stronger contender for supporting considering the competition for lead actress. My post shouldn’t have gotten such a hostile reaction that implied some derogatory, very nasty things that are untrue about me. I just felt I had to respond to that.
As for Meryl Streep, it is a mistake to think she does not campaign. Actresses both indirectly and directly campaign. I don’t get this attitude like she is outside or above the schmoozing or whatever because she is no different from anybody else. That is what I mean by mentioning their “camps”. By camps, I mean their agents, publicists, co-stars, producers of the movie, and people in the industry who spread the buzz for them. Meryl Streep definitely has her own camp that campaigns for her. When she has a movie out, she does her fair share of interviews and promotion. I have witnessed this every year, so I don’t get why her fans claim she doesn’t campaign. Or two years ago, people claimed that Monique didn’t campaign or play the game when she did. Most of them do.
The Iron Lady is not out yet in U.S. theaters, which is why we have not seen it yet. Plus, she is Meryl Streep, darling of the industry. She usually has tons of media support and backing.
She has tons of allies in Hollywood. Just because she didn’t attend the THR roundtable doesn’t mean she does not campaign at all. A lot of potential contenders didn’t contend. Some people, like the cast of The Help, have been campaigning rather aggressively. It doesn’t gurantee any nominations yet.
So when is the Round Table for the Lead Actors 2011 or have I missed it?
So when is the Round Table for the Lead Actors 2011 or have I missed it?
(Btw this is a different person, Sav. film fest Camille, not the person above). As a young actress myself, I really enjoyed the talk about their processes as actors. I found myself nodding a lot to what they said about taking a moment etc. I always learn a lot from these roundtables, thanks for continuing to put post them!
(Btw this is a different person, Sav. film fest Camille, not the person above). As a young actress myself, I really enjoyed the talk about their processes as actors. I found myself nodding a lot to what they said about taking a moment etc. I always learn a lot from these roundtables, thanks for continuing to put post them!
I like that Charlize Theron seems the least pretentious of the group and the one who has a sense of humor about everything. She’s earthy and fun.The others seem to be more serious or unsure about themselves. The moderators should have asked better questions.
I like that Charlize Theron seems the least pretentious of the group and the one who has a sense of humor about everything. She’s earthy and fun.The others seem to be more serious or unsure about themselves. The moderators should have asked better questions.
I loved Charlize’s answers-funny, smart, articulate, thoughtful, and ballsy. And Charlize did not dominate the conversation on purpose- she is like the George Clooney of the these round tables. If she did not talk there would be a lot of dead air, because frankly the others did not contribute much or anything unless prompted. thank goodness for these kinds of people or otherwise it would have been such a drab.
And anyone , like Mrs Rochester who think Charlize is self centered seems to have missed the point- she is refreshingly bold and honest…and yes likes to talk but was not over talking or interrupting. she actually seemed to understand the premise of a round table is to talk.
I loved Charlize’s answers-funny, smart, articulate, thoughtful, and ballsy. And Charlize did not dominate the conversation on purpose- she is like the George Clooney of the these round tables. If she did not talk there would be a lot of dead air, because frankly the others did not contribute much or anything unless prompted. thank goodness for these kinds of people or otherwise it would have been such a drab.
And anyone , like Mrs Rochester who think Charlize is self centered seems to have missed the point- she is refreshingly bold and honest…and yes likes to talk but was not over talking or interrupting. she actually seemed to understand the premise of a round table is to talk.
Charlize Theron dominated this roundtable with her refreshingly unpretentious and honest answers. Now I hope she will get at least a fair chance in the race…the unlikeable lead characters of contemporary comedies rarely do.
I think the Lead Actress category is down to 10 contenders, meanwhile the Supporting Actress category STILL seems to be all over the place for me.
LEAD ACTRESS
1. Michelle Williams (iconic role + decent overall reviews + Weinsteins)
2. Viola Davis (huge BO + great notices for her BUT not everybody buys her as lead and that’s a problem)
3. Meryl Streep (third Oscars rarely happen for mediocre films…but then again, it’s Meryl Streep!)
4. Glenn Close (overdue status should help her A LOT, she could pull a ‘Jeff Bridges’)
5. Tilda Swinton (IMO, her best performance to date but the Academy tends to ignore her)
6. Charlize Theron (unlikeable lead of a contemporary comedy ? it will be a tough road…)
7. Elizabeth Olsen (she REALLY needs the critics groups to stay in the race)
8. Kirsten Dunst (ditto)
9. Keira Knightley (ditto)
10.Rooney Mara (the Rapace-factor + could she be already too late in the game ?)
SUPPORTING ACTRESS
1. Jessica Chastain (considering her brilliant year, I hope she wins…for ‘The Help’ or something else ?)
2. Vanessa Redgrave (she is an acting giant receiving rave reviews…she is a lock)
3. Octavia Spencer (remarkably likeable scenestealer in a BO-hit ? lock)
4. Berenice Bejo (if her film becomes the frontrunner, she could win…easily)
5. Carey Mulligan (even if her film isn’t very Academy-friendly, her work is acting at its best)
6. Shailene Woodley (the ‘Kendrick’ of the season ?)
7. Sandra Bullock (IF her film doesn’t disappoint…)
8. Janet McTeer (her film might be too small for multiple acting nominations)
9. Emily Watson (IF her film becomes the frontrunner…)
10. Judi Dench (they love to nominate her, but could it be all about DiCaprio ?)
11. Naomi Watts (a second nomination seems rather due now)
12. Melissa McCarthy (the surprise contender of the season ?)
13. Scarlett Johansson (IF her film becomes a bp-nominee…)
14. Marion Cotillard (IF her film becomes a top5 player)
15. Kathy Bates (ditto…and even then they could just go for the French girl)
16. Jodie Foster (the fact she will be campaigned here, helps a lot)
17. Kate Winslet (the fact that Foster will be campaigned here, weakens Winslet for sure)
18. Cate Blanchett (her turn in ‘Hanna’ was outstanding and memorable, but was it too early ?)
19. Elle Fanning (breakout year ?)
20. Chloe Moretz (will Hugo get ANY acting nominations ?)
Not to mention there are still contenders from The Help (Bryce Dallas Howard, Cicely Tyson, Allison Janney, Sissy Spacek); IF The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo delivers, someone (Robin Wright Penn, Joely Richardson, Moe Gorpendal) could emerge from there, as well; Julia Ormond plays Vivien Leigh and even if her screentime suggests it’s just a cameo, it is STILL an iconic role (and the Weinsteins are behind her film); there are the critically acclaimed early birds (Melanie Laurent, Amy Ryan, Charlotte Gainsbourg); the gals from ‘The Ides of March’ (Evan Rachel Wood, Marisa Tomei); the most memorable female character from Contagion (Gwyneth Paltrow); and the possibility that Harry Potter becomes a strong bp-contender and in that case, Maggie Smith or Helena Bonham Carter could sneak in, as well. I’m not saying someone from this bunch could win, I’m saying at this point, a surprise nomination for one of them can’t be ruled out.
And just imagine how difficult this category will become, if there will be “downgrades”, as well…what if in the end, Viola Davis DOES change categories (and in that case, she could be up for “Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close”, as well) AND/OR the Academy decides to consider Keira Knightley in the supporting race AND/OR Sony realizes that Rooney Mara might be too late in the game and quickly puts her in the supporting category, claiming she doesn’t have that much screentime in the first chapter of the trilogy anyway ?
Charlize Theron dominated this roundtable with her refreshingly unpretentious and honest answers. Now I hope she will get at least a fair chance in the race…the unlikeable lead characters of contemporary comedies rarely do.
I think the Lead Actress category is down to 10 contenders, meanwhile the Supporting Actress category STILL seems to be all over the place for me.
LEAD ACTRESS
1. Michelle Williams (iconic role + decent overall reviews + Weinsteins)
2. Viola Davis (huge BO + great notices for her BUT not everybody buys her as lead and that’s a problem)
3. Meryl Streep (third Oscars rarely happen for mediocre films…but then again, it’s Meryl Streep!)
4. Glenn Close (overdue status should help her A LOT, she could pull a ‘Jeff Bridges’)
5. Tilda Swinton (IMO, her best performance to date but the Academy tends to ignore her)
6. Charlize Theron (unlikeable lead of a contemporary comedy ? it will be a tough road…)
7. Elizabeth Olsen (she REALLY needs the critics groups to stay in the race)
8. Kirsten Dunst (ditto)
9. Keira Knightley (ditto)
10.Rooney Mara (the Rapace-factor + could she be already too late in the game ?)
SUPPORTING ACTRESS
1. Jessica Chastain (considering her brilliant year, I hope she wins…for ‘The Help’ or something else ?)
2. Vanessa Redgrave (she is an acting giant receiving rave reviews…she is a lock)
3. Octavia Spencer (remarkably likeable scenestealer in a BO-hit ? lock)
4. Berenice Bejo (if her film becomes the frontrunner, she could win…easily)
5. Carey Mulligan (even if her film isn’t very Academy-friendly, her work is acting at its best)
6. Shailene Woodley (the ‘Kendrick’ of the season ?)
7. Sandra Bullock (IF her film doesn’t disappoint…)
8. Janet McTeer (her film might be too small for multiple acting nominations)
9. Emily Watson (IF her film becomes the frontrunner…)
10. Judi Dench (they love to nominate her, but could it be all about DiCaprio ?)
11. Naomi Watts (a second nomination seems rather due now)
12. Melissa McCarthy (the surprise contender of the season ?)
13. Scarlett Johansson (IF her film becomes a bp-nominee…)
14. Marion Cotillard (IF her film becomes a top5 player)
15. Kathy Bates (ditto…and even then they could just go for the French girl)
16. Jodie Foster (the fact she will be campaigned here, helps a lot)
17. Kate Winslet (the fact that Foster will be campaigned here, weakens Winslet for sure)
18. Cate Blanchett (her turn in ‘Hanna’ was outstanding and memorable, but was it too early ?)
19. Elle Fanning (breakout year ?)
20. Chloe Moretz (will Hugo get ANY acting nominations ?)
Not to mention there are still contenders from The Help (Bryce Dallas Howard, Cicely Tyson, Allison Janney, Sissy Spacek); IF The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo delivers, someone (Robin Wright Penn, Joely Richardson, Moe Gorpendal) could emerge from there, as well; Julia Ormond plays Vivien Leigh and even if her screentime suggests it’s just a cameo, it is STILL an iconic role (and the Weinsteins are behind her film); there are the critically acclaimed early birds (Melanie Laurent, Amy Ryan, Charlotte Gainsbourg); the gals from ‘The Ides of March’ (Evan Rachel Wood, Marisa Tomei); the most memorable female character from Contagion (Gwyneth Paltrow); and the possibility that Harry Potter becomes a strong bp-contender and in that case, Maggie Smith or Helena Bonham Carter could sneak in, as well. I’m not saying someone from this bunch could win, I’m saying at this point, a surprise nomination for one of them can’t be ruled out.
And just imagine how difficult this category will become, if there will be “downgrades”, as well…what if in the end, Viola Davis DOES change categories (and in that case, she could be up for “Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close”, as well) AND/OR the Academy decides to consider Keira Knightley in the supporting race AND/OR Sony realizes that Rooney Mara might be too late in the game and quickly puts her in the supporting category, claiming she doesn’t have that much screentime in the first chapter of the trilogy anyway ?
A few things I’ve learned after watching this video:
1. Charlize Theron has a potty mouth.
2. Carey Mulligan is influenced by Charlize Theron’s potty mouth
3. The key actresses in this year’s Oscar races are black and blonde
4. Men ask stupid questions
5. American journalists are more inarticulate than British journalists
6. British journalists like to dominate the conversation
7. Charlize Theron likes to dominate the conversation
8. Drive and Take This Waltz haven’t got a chance
9. Glenn Close has to rely on herself to bring up any information about her own film in interview settings
A few things I’ve learned after watching this video:
1. Charlize Theron has a potty mouth.
2. Carey Mulligan is influenced by Charlize Theron’s potty mouth
3. The key actresses in this year’s Oscar races are black and blonde
4. Men ask stupid questions
5. American journalists are more inarticulate than British journalists
6. British journalists like to dominate the conversation
7. Charlize Theron likes to dominate the conversation
8. Drive and Take This Waltz haven’t got a chance
9. Glenn Close has to rely on herself to bring up any information about her own film in interview settings
Also, if they didn’t recognize Noomi Rapace as Lisbeth Salander, I think it would be unfair to nominate Mara.
Also, if they didn’t recognize Noomi Rapace as Lisbeth Salander, I think it would be unfair to nominate Mara.
@Stephen Harvey Weinstein already mentioned in an interview with HuffPost that yes,Michelle will be in the comedy/musical part of the Globes. 🙂
I think the Help is an ensemble piece. I really, truly don’t understand the push for Viola as lead.
@Stephen Harvey Weinstein already mentioned in an interview with HuffPost that yes,Michelle will be in the comedy/musical part of the Globes. 🙂
I think the Help is an ensemble piece. I really, truly don’t understand the push for Viola as lead.
“Marilyn” and “there seems to be”… 😉 Sorry!!!
“Marilyn” and “there seems to be”… 😉 Sorry!!!
A dissapointing rountable indeed! Charlize Theron seems a little bit self-centered and arrogant, while Davis and Close are not asked interesting questions apart from the unavoidable “stage” mention. Too much focus on Mulligan’s nude scene and Williams becoming Marylin (both interesting issues, but as someone mentioned before, very specific to their particular movies).
I would have loved a general discussion about their views on their craft, the current situation of women on Hollywood and even the Oscar race… after all, this is what is all about!!! Yes, their films are what put them on this year’s spotlight, but as in Spencer’s case, their seems to be so much more apart from the obvious “how did you approached your role? thing”
A dissapointing rountable indeed! Charlize Theron seems a little bit self-centered and arrogant, while Davis and Close are not asked interesting questions apart from the unavoidable “stage” mention. Too much focus on Mulligan’s nude scene and Williams becoming Marylin (both interesting issues, but as someone mentioned before, very specific to their particular movies).
I would have loved a general discussion about their views on their craft, the current situation of women on Hollywood and even the Oscar race… after all, this is what is all about!!! Yes, their films are what put them on this year’s spotlight, but as in Spencer’s case, their seems to be so much more apart from the obvious “how did you approached your role? thing”
“I thought Mulligan was English. And where’s Williams? Oh…”
“I thought Mulligan was English. And where’s Williams? Oh…”
Yes, I saw the Charlie Rose interview, as well, and she didn’t seem depressed at all, but fairly chatty and articulate. Maybe she jus doesn’t care for the “bathing suit competition” part of the pageant.
Yes, I saw the Charlie Rose interview, as well, and she didn’t seem depressed at all, but fairly chatty and articulate. Maybe she jus doesn’t care for the “bathing suit competition” part of the pageant.
Heath Ledger’s death broke Michelle’s heart. She was such a sweet happy girl before the tragedy of his abrupt passing. It was one of the most horrible thing’s I’ve ever witnessed in somebody I know’s career. And I interviewed both of them at the time of “Brokeback” and I interviewed Michelle twice. Once for Oscarwatch.com, here, and Sasha entitled the article “She’s Never Been Happier” If Michelle seems depressed, that’s why.
Also, the Academy can put the actors in whichever category they choose to. No matter how much they’re campaigned to the contrary. Kate Winslet in “The Reader” is a very good example of how the Academy as a whole decided where to place her. And she won! And btw, it was Harvey W. who was aggressively campaigning for her in Supp. for “The Reader.”
The HFPA is guided by the releasing studio as to which category to place an actor in. In this case, if Disney is campaigning for Viola Davis AND Emma Stone for lead in “The Help” that’s where they may put BOTH of them. This is the Golden Globes where they can nominate five or six in Drama and five or six in Musical or Comedy.
My guess is the Weinstein Co. is going to put Michelle Williams in Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy for “My Week With Marilyn.” And the movie will go there, too. And perhaps either Kenneth Branagh or Eddie Redmayne or BOTH in lead in a Musical or Comedy. This is the Golden Globes.
Heath Ledger’s death broke Michelle’s heart. She was such a sweet happy girl before the tragedy of his abrupt passing. It was one of the most horrible thing’s I’ve ever witnessed in somebody I know’s career. And I interviewed both of them at the time of “Brokeback” and I interviewed Michelle twice. Once for Oscarwatch.com, here, and Sasha entitled the article “She’s Never Been Happier” If Michelle seems depressed, that’s why.
Also, the Academy can put the actors in whichever category they choose to. No matter how much they’re campaigned to the contrary. Kate Winslet in “The Reader” is a very good example of how the Academy as a whole decided where to place her. And she won! And btw, it was Harvey W. who was aggressively campaigning for her in Supp. for “The Reader.”
The HFPA is guided by the releasing studio as to which category to place an actor in. In this case, if Disney is campaigning for Viola Davis AND Emma Stone for lead in “The Help” that’s where they may put BOTH of them. This is the Golden Globes where they can nominate five or six in Drama and five or six in Musical or Comedy.
My guess is the Weinstein Co. is going to put Michelle Williams in Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy for “My Week With Marilyn.” And the movie will go there, too. And perhaps either Kenneth Branagh or Eddie Redmayne or BOTH in lead in a Musical or Comedy. This is the Golden Globes.
I think Williams feel comfortable in this conversation because in the interview she gave with Charlie Rose she is much more animated and talkative.
I think Williams feel comfortable in this conversation because in the interview she gave with Charlie Rose she is much more animated and talkative.
Michelle Williams always appears so depressed in every interview she does. Poor thing.
Michelle Williams always appears so depressed in every interview she does. Poor thing.
I don’t understand how a lot of people seem to insist that there must be only one lead in The Help. I regarded both Viola Davis and Emma Stone as leads while watching it. In retrospect, I remember Davis’ contribution much more. The film opens and closes with her, and never strays from her story for long.
Anyway, here is the directors roundtable link:
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/video/video-award-season-roundtable-series-directors-full-video
I don’t understand how a lot of people seem to insist that there must be only one lead in The Help. I regarded both Viola Davis and Emma Stone as leads while watching it. In retrospect, I remember Davis’ contribution much more. The film opens and closes with her, and never strays from her story for long.
Anyway, here is the directors roundtable link:
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/video/video-award-season-roundtable-series-directors-full-video
I never thought I would see a Mitt Romney ad on Sasha’s site, lol.
I never thought I would see a Mitt Romney ad on Sasha’s site, lol.
That actress roundtable was screened quite a while ago, before November 16th I guess. So Mara misses, Swinton, Dunst and many others.
From this round I’m pretty sure Close, Davis and Williams will be in the final 5 in lead , with Meryl and someone fighting for the last spot (Mara, Olsen or Theron).
That actress roundtable was screened quite a while ago, before November 16th I guess. So Mara misses, Swinton, Dunst and many others.
From this round I’m pretty sure Close, Davis and Williams will be in the final 5 in lead , with Meryl and someone fighting for the last spot (Mara, Olsen or Theron).
Thanks for sharing Ryan. I was wondering when they would post the full videos. Now I am eagerly anticipating the directors roundtable (full video). To me, these roundtables are some of the best interview series as we actually get some insight information, instead of the usually nodding along interviews.
Thanks for sharing Ryan. I was wondering when they would post the full videos. Now I am eagerly anticipating the directors roundtable (full video). To me, these roundtables are some of the best interview series as we actually get some insight information, instead of the usually nodding along interviews.
This was the most boring roundtable yet. They need to ask better questions, James Lipton would be fine here.
Meryl doesn’t campaign, and maybe it’s a good thing. If she was in these things, she would steal the show.
This was the most boring roundtable yet. They need to ask better questions, James Lipton would be fine here.
Meryl doesn’t campaign, and maybe it’s a good thing. If she was in these things, she would steal the show.
I’m really impressed with Charlize Theron here. She feels like the one with the least to gain by this roundtable and therefore emerges the boldest and most honest.
I’m really impressed with Charlize Theron here. She feels like the one with the least to gain by this roundtable and therefore emerges the boldest and most honest.
I saw “The Help” 5 days ago and really enjoyed it. It’s a film which does not deserve a Best Picture nomination, however, despite it’s humongous box office success.
I also hope Viola Davis (who is endlessly talented) does not win, because it’s a very general and basic performance, too much on the surface and eventually not very interesting. Emily Watson’s restrain in “Oranges and Sunshine” was more fascinating.
I saw “The Help” 5 days ago and really enjoyed it. It’s a film which does not deserve a Best Picture nomination, however, despite it’s humongous box office success.
I also hope Viola Davis (who is endlessly talented) does not win, because it’s a very general and basic performance, too much on the surface and eventually not very interesting. Emily Watson’s restrain in “Oranges and Sunshine” was more fascinating.
What is with everyone trying to put Davis in the back of the bus? She BELONGS in lead. sorry if that scares the multitude out there. It’s no secret that Davis and Stone are campaigning lead…Duh! It’s an ensemble cast. Spencer, Spacek and Chastain will go supporting as they should. If there is any DOUBT who is lead i refer you to the movie’s title….THE HELP. deal with it. Davis should campaign her ass off and silence all you naysayers when she sweeps (no pun intended) all of the majors!
What is with everyone trying to put Davis in the back of the bus? She BELONGS in lead. sorry if that scares the multitude out there. It’s no secret that Davis and Stone are campaigning lead…Duh! It’s an ensemble cast. Spencer, Spacek and Chastain will go supporting as they should. If there is any DOUBT who is lead i refer you to the movie’s title….THE HELP. deal with it. Davis should campaign her ass off and silence all you naysayers when she sweeps (no pun intended) all of the majors!
Awesome, I have been waiting for them to post the full discussion video! Now I see the posted the full video for the Directors Roundtable as well. Love these!
Awesome, I have been waiting for them to post the full discussion video! Now I see the posted the full video for the Directors Roundtable as well. Love these!
Viola Davis’s camp is currently aiming for lead while Octavia Spencer is going for supporting actress. That is their intention. However, that might get turned on them a little bit because I heard Emma Stone’s camp is going to campaign for lead which might force Viola into the supporting category anyway. Emma Stone is the lead actress in the movie. Viola should go for supporting actress anyway because I do think it is category fraud. It will screw up her chances because the lead category is crowded with stronger and more extensive performances. She would actually have a better shot at supporting actress and be a stronger contender for that category.
Sometimes an actor campaign doesn’t matter and the awards race puts them into categories. Kate did eventually get lead nominations for The Reader at the BAFTAs and Oscars but the Critics Choice, Golden Globes put her in for supporting. I think there will be a shift with Viola too.
Emma Stone is the lead actress in the movie.
I disagree, and there’s no way to prove which of us is right.
Simple fact is this: Emma Stone’s “camp” can campaign her for anything they want, but it’s not looking like she’ll get nominated at all this year. In any category. Good luck to her and the rest of the cast for the SAG Ensemble Award. Oscar nomination for Emma Stone this year? Not happening.
The Kate Winslet example isn’t relevant. The Golden Globes are voted by 80 foreign journalists (not critics) who are mostly nobodies.
The BAFTAs and the Oscars are chosen by thousands of actors, and the actors branch in both groups thought Kate Winslet was Lead Actress.
So what this proves to me is the actors know a lead performance when they see one, and the nameless nobodies of the HFPA got it wrong.
Viola Davis’s camp is currently aiming for lead while Octavia Spencer is going for supporting actress. That is their intention. However, that might get turned on them a little bit because I heard Emma Stone’s camp is going to campaign for lead which might force Viola into the supporting category anyway. Emma Stone is the lead actress in the movie. Viola should go for supporting actress anyway because I do think it is category fraud. It will screw up her chances because the lead category is crowded with stronger and more extensive performances. She would actually have a better shot at supporting actress and be a stronger contender for that category.
Sometimes an actor campaign doesn’t matter and the awards race puts them into categories. Kate did eventually get lead nominations for The Reader at the BAFTAs and Oscars but the Critics Choice, Golden Globes put her in for supporting. I think there will be a shift with Viola too.
Emma Stone is the lead actress in the movie.
I disagree, and there’s no way to prove which of us is right.
Simple fact is this: Emma Stone’s “camp” can campaign her for anything they want, but it’s not looking like she’ll get nominated at all this year. In any category. Good luck to her and the rest of the cast for the SAG Ensemble Award. Oscar nomination for Emma Stone this year? Not happening.
The Kate Winslet example isn’t relevant. The Golden Globes are voted by 80 foreign journalists (not critics) who are mostly nobodies.
The BAFTAs and the Oscars are chosen by thousands of actors, and the actors branch in both groups thought Kate Winslet was Lead Actress.
So what this proves to me is the actors know a lead performance when they see one, and the nameless nobodies of the HFPA got it wrong.
I feel the moderaters don’t necessaraliy ask good questions. As an actor, I would find it difficult to answer these questions. It’s a lot more interesting if you ask a very straight forward question instead of trying to ask an actor a question in an over intelligent way. Ask it simple and we’ll give you a very colorful answer. However, I did like it very much. I wanted more of Glenn and Viola to be honest, but I’m IN LOVE with Charlize’s dirty mouth. She is one kick-ass chick :-)!!!! I LOVE these roundtables. As a young actor it’s always the most insightful learning tool for me are these types of interviews. Getting down to the truth of how to film and what you go through. And for some reason the actresses entice me more; they go through more as a result of a double standard buisiness, therefore their stories are FAR more interesting than the men.
I feel the moderaters don’t necessaraliy ask good questions. As an actor, I would find it difficult to answer these questions. It’s a lot more interesting if you ask a very straight forward question instead of trying to ask an actor a question in an over intelligent way. Ask it simple and we’ll give you a very colorful answer. However, I did like it very much. I wanted more of Glenn and Viola to be honest, but I’m IN LOVE with Charlize’s dirty mouth. She is one kick-ass chick :-)!!!! I LOVE these roundtables. As a young actor it’s always the most insightful learning tool for me are these types of interviews. Getting down to the truth of how to film and what you go through. And for some reason the actresses entice me more; they go through more as a result of a double standard buisiness, therefore their stories are FAR more interesting than the men.
It is quite a boring roundtable with the exception of a couple of people. The director roundtable is much more interesting.
It is quite a boring roundtable with the exception of a couple of people. The director roundtable is much more interesting.
And there’s always someone in THR sextet of actresses who DOESN’T get nominated. Who would that be this year? Charlize? Mulligan? Both? Glenn Close?
And where o where is the Miss Ubiqutous, Jessica “I’m-In-Every-Movie-You-See” Chastain? Are the THR editors making an, er, editorial comment?
And whither Mary Louise Streep? And Big Van Redgrave? You can’t really call this an Oscar discussion without the two of them now can you?
And there’s always someone in THR sextet of actresses who DOESN’T get nominated. Who would that be this year? Charlize? Mulligan? Both? Glenn Close?
And where o where is the Miss Ubiqutous, Jessica “I’m-In-Every-Movie-You-See” Chastain? Are the THR editors making an, er, editorial comment?
And whither Mary Louise Streep? And Big Van Redgrave? You can’t really call this an Oscar discussion without the two of them now can you?
Balls. I was really hoping that Elizabeth Olsen would be in the roundtable discussion… Poo.
Balls. I was really hoping that Elizabeth Olsen would be in the roundtable discussion… Poo.
Just wondering when everyone who screamed “CATEGORY FREUD” on Kate Winslet a couple of years back are going to start their caterwauling over Viola Davis being mentioned in the Best Actress race when her fine supporting work in “The Help,” is just that…SUPPORTING.
Just wondering when everyone who screamed “CATEGORY FREUD” on Kate Winslet a couple of years back are going to start their caterwauling over Viola Davis being mentioned in the Best Actress race when her fine supporting work in “The Help,” is just that…SUPPORTING.
I haven’t seen Shame. But I am sure Mulligan gives an amazing performance (and an extremely daring one if the reviews are to be believed). I hope she gets recognized this year.
I haven’t seen Shame. But I am sure Mulligan gives an amazing performance (and an extremely daring one if the reviews are to be believed). I hope she gets recognized this year.
I’m glad there are full videos. I too thought some of them were just sitting there. lol
I’m glad there are full videos. I too thought some of them were just sitting there. lol
Good, I was starting to wonder if all of the videos featured Mulligan and Spencer just nodding along with Close, Davis and Theron.
Good, I was starting to wonder if all of the videos featured Mulligan and Spencer just nodding along with Close, Davis and Theron.