FilmFemme’s 2009 Oscar Picks (now with winners!)

I know you’re having an Oscar party, so don’t forget your printable pdf ballot.
It’s funny, last year I probably saw more movies at the theatre than in any other year of my life.  For only the second time in my life (the first time being last year), I’ve see all of the Best Picture nominees [...]

He’s Just Not That Into You

Firstly, can we please put the kibosh on the “America is Just That Into” and “We’re Just That Into” and “Harvey Weinstein’s Just Not That Into” headlines?  Please?  Pretty please? 
I went to see He’s Just Not That Into You over the weekend.  It was pretty much against my will.  And it pretty much made me [...]

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Weekend Roundup: Peter Travers Style!

The Conversation: Undeniably awesome!
Breathless: Sexily French!
Away From Her: Sadly boring!
Taken: Disappointingly corny!

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Screenwriter’s Panel: 2009 Oscar Nominees

Last night I had the pleasure of attending a panel hosted by Creative Screenwriting Magazine that included 6 of 10 Oscar nominated screenwriters for this year.  The panelists are listed below, followed by a pithy commentary on their personality:
Simon Beaufoy – Slumdog Millionaire (Best Adapted Screenplay)
Charmingly bumbling short British guy in a tan suit.
I’m always [...]

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