Comments on: The Best & Worst Moments Of The 2014 Oscars

By: murphious

murphious — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

Hey, Mr. Travolta. Next time you have a job to present or introduce a person, don't just show up that evening and expect to be able to do everything perfectly—get their name on a slip of paper and practice saying it first.
Besides, with all those weird Scientology names of aliens and their planets you would think Idina Menzel would be an easy one!

By: az

az — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

Your Cabaret fact, drove me to wiki – I'd always thought it won best picture – Amazed to see what a rocking year 1973 was (Deliverance, Fat City, Sounder) And doubly amazed to see that Coppola didn't win best director for The Godfather. The Godfather only won three, wow.

By: DG

DG — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

I thought Mcconaugheys speech was fine

By: Lauren S

Lauren S — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

I couldn't disagree more about your feelings on Pink's performance of "Over the Rainbow". To me it was the highlight of the night. That movie is forever cemented in the hearts and minds of children/adults of any age and deserved every second of that tribute. And to say Pink sounded like she was on "American Idol" is insulting on so many levels. I can't think of ANY professional singer today (okay maybe Jennifer Hudson, only) who would've given a better live performance of that song.

By: black stars

black stars — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

McConaughey should've quoted some Ligotti instead of that God nonsense.

By: let it be

let it be — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

That Carrey LSD bit was fun. Keep fantasizing about Chris Hemsworth cheating on his pregnant wife with Charlize Theron.

By: Dan

Dan — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

Only because you don't believe in God doesn't mean you give it a worse because someone does. Is just your opinion anyways, I liked his speech.

By: sati

sati — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

My God what is your people problem with Matthew? Are you a bunch of Leonardo fanbots? Each article I see here on Oscar season criticizes him.

By: Keith

Keith — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

If you think McConaughey's mention of HIS faith and HIS belief in God was preachy then you obviously has some pretty strong hate towards that. Whether you're religious or not there is no way those brief opening comments were too much or excessive. Give me a break.

By: Brian Miller

Brian Miller — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

All of the music except for Karen O's bit was horrible. I wasn't a big fan of MM mentioning God either, but it really sounded more political than anything, as if to say to the mainstream: I'm not the nihilist you see on True Detective. I still love the man.

By: Chris138

Chris138 — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

I agree that McConaughey's speech was largely disappointing, but not because of him mentioning God or his faith in it. It was a slight step up from the truly rambling speech he gave at the Independent Spirit Awards, but it still was all over the place and came off a bit unendearing overall. I don't know why it's such a big deal that he mentioned his own faith. Denzel Washington mentioned God in his acceptance speech when he won for Training Day, and I don't recall anyone making a big deal out of that.

By: snehal

snehal — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

Does someone know what song was played when jared leto won the supporting actor award?

By: Sean

Sean — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

Yea I agree with most other the McConaghey bit you guys are saying as "worst" uh absolutely not. The guy can talk about his faith or whatever the hell wants for that matter. I dont believe he was rambling & his speech was brilliant & even a great lesson for those watching.

Travolta your an idiot. We know your dyslexic sure. But why not practice your line before hand? Ya know like you do the shitty movies you play in…

U2 wasnt nearly as bad as you may have thought!

While Pink on the other hand thumbs down…

Spike Jonze huge surprise. And you are a gem & a brilliant talent to film & culture. Thank You! 🙂

I HAVE BEEN SAYING IT EVER SINCE THE SHOW ENDED! KEVIN SPACEY FOR 2015!!! Can we make or some1 please make a banner or a poster or somethin! Spacey 2015! He would be marvelous!

By: Joseph Byrne

Joseph Byrne — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

Though not a believer, I had no problems with McConaughey thanking God in his speech. It was what came after that was problematic. Claiming he was his own hero came off as narcissistic, and it was not really in accord with the humility we might expect from a devout Christian.

By: Aurora

Aurora — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

This is the best one of these lists I have seen and I have seen a few. I agree with pretty much everything. So happy btw you included Kevin Spacey, he was definitely a highlight for me and they really need to let him host something! I've a feeling he could be the best host in a looong time if they gave him a chance.

By: RobD381

RobD381 — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

I only disagree with two of your 'worst' moments (I too thought Harrison Ford was odd – maybe having a stroke?). I liked Bette Midler's song, and its placement (it cut down on the inappropriate clapping of American actors at the Oscars In Memoriam presentation like it was a horse race to see who was missed the most) — my problem was that her sparkling eyes were closed during most of the song – surgery? Not good. Secondly, I completely disagree with your assessment of Matthew McConaughey's acceptance speech (and your dismissal of Jared Leto's moving acceptance speech too). I certainly had no problem understanding what he was saying and what he meant. I have heard many seemingly insincere references to God and thanking Him (most of which are sports-related) and I am skeptical of any Oscar acceptance speeches where everyone but the movie goer (the money maker) is thanked, but Matthew's talking was different. He can be slick in the movies, and very snake-oil salesmany, but this was different, and it was coherent. He was thanking Above, Around Him, and Chasing. I am assuming the Chasing was what bothered you, but how wonderful would it be if we all wanted to be our own Hero, and chased that idea 10 years at a time, never attaining that goal but always chasing it. This is an idea that could change the world, to be a better You every 10 years or so. He seemed perfectly sincere thanking a God that was within him, and, as he said, in YOU, and thanking his small circle of loved ones and family that were around him. Alright, alright, alright Matthew. Great speech!

By: David

David — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

Jim Carrey was funny and Matts speech was great

By: Mabs

Mabs — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

You're critiquing others while lobbing this sentence at us, "She's did a decent enough job seven years ago…" Shameful really. That negated anything I read before or skimmed after.

By: sylvain

sylvain — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

Someone once said that MMC was arrogant and pretentious…
Didn't understand why… until his despicable speech.

By: ryan

ryan — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

Anne Hathaway's beautifully and gracefully delivered speech to the Supporting Actors , was the best Oscar presentation to the nominees ( and she was one of the few who didn't flub her lines ) . Plus , she did it with unbelievable star power and a great stage presence ( On the opposite spectrum , Jennifer Lawrence was awkward on stage with no presence and no star power . ) Charmer Jared Leto's speech was glorious . Karen O. and Pharrell performances soared .

By: Kerry

Kerry — Fri, 13 May 2016 08:00:41 +0000

haha- your review of Matthew Maconaheyhey's speech is EXACTLY why people HATE Hollywood- seriously? He was Humble, adorable and True to himself. #hater