Yesterday the nation saw the most famous golden little statue in Hollywood, named Oscar, turn 80. The stars came out dressed in their expensive gowns and luxurious tuxedos to celebrate his "birthday" and to celebrate the best movies, directors, actors, actresses and everything that could possibly be incorporated in a film this past year.
It is an award show that has seen many firsts in its 80 years, including this year, as Nielsen reported television ratings for the ceremony at an all time low. Another highlight of this year's Academy Awards had to do with the Writers' Strike. This was the first film awards show that celebrities attended. However, before the strike ended, the Academy Awards, the pinnacle of Hollywood culture was threatened to be a no-go.
Comedian Jon Stewart of "The Daily Show" fame played host during the Oscars. His commentary was full of witty remarks regarding all walks of American life. Whether commenting on the Writers' Strike or the upcoming presidential Election, Stewart was never short of a quip.
One more interesting tidbit before I sign off for the night. We all know the Oscars are the American Awards ceremony for the best film productions. But, did you realize that best actor, actress, and best supporting actor and actress, were indeed, not American? Best Actor Daniel Day-Lewis is Irish; Best Actress Marion Cotillard is French; Best Supporting Actor Javier Bardem is Spanish and finally Best Supporting Actress Tilda Swinton is English. Hmmm....
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