The Razzies
So, the Oscar nominations are out and there were few surprises besides Dreamgirls not receiving a best picture nod. But have you heard about the Razzies? These are the antithesis of the Oscars - the awards an actor doesn't want to be nominated for! The Razzies are the awards for what some believe to be the worst movies and/or performances of the year. Sharon Stone has the honor this year of being a "repeat offender"; she's won Razzie's in the past! Other Razzie nominees are Lindsay Lohan, Jessica Simpson, and Shawn and Marlon Wayans. The Oscars will air on Sunday, February 25. The Razzies will be on the night before.
Some nominees for the Oscars are of performances from movies based on books including Kate Winslett in Little Children (a darkly comedic Tom Perotta novel), Will Smith as Chris Gardner (the inspiring The Pursuit of Happyness), and Forest Whitaker in The Last King of Scotland (by author Giles Foden). Although I have not seen many of the movies, I'm pulling for Forest Whitaker for the fact that he is such a wonderful talent. Some of the best pictures are or will be available on DVD including Babel, The Departed and Little Miss Sunshine . Some of the Razzie nominated performances are also available on DVD including Basic Instinct 2, Just My Luck, and Little Man.