DVD Releases

March 4, 2008 DVD releases

"Into the Wild" was not only snubbed, being left out of the best picture, actor, director race, but it was not seen by many people. This film is 3rd among my top 10 of 2007 and it's a must own dvd purchase. "Into the Wild" is the true story of the young Chris McCandless who abandoned all his belongings and hitchhiked his way to Alaska to live off of the land. While the journey proved harsh and laboring, McCandless' spirit got him through grueling battles with nature. I believe there is the regular release and a special edition 2-disc while I will be purchasing. Once you put the film on, you will get lost in its beauty and emotional narrative that proves to be an exhausting, yet rewarding journey in the end.

Final Oscar Predictions

The ceremony won't be held until February 24th, but if you're into a poll, or a contest, maybe I can help you out with my predictions.

Best Picture

Will Win: No Country for Old Men
Should Win: There Will Be Blood

Best Actor

Will Win: Daniel Day-Lewis (There Will Be Blood)
Should Win: Daniel Day-Lewis

Best Actress

Will Win: Julie Christie (Away from Her)
Should Win: Ellen Page (Juno)

Best Director

Will Win: The Coen Brothers (No Country for Old Men)
Should Win: Julian Schnabel (The Diving Bell and the Butterfly) or Paul Thomas Anderon (There Will Be Blood)

Best Supporting Actor

Will Win: Javier Bardem (No Country for Old Men)
Should Win: Javier Bardem

Best Supporting Actress

Will Win: Toughest race of the night. Cate Blanchett (I'm Not There)
Should Win: Cate Blanchett (I'm Not There)

Best Original Screenplay

Will Win: Diablo Cody (Juno)
Should Win: Tony Gilroy (Michael Clayton)

Best Adapted Screenplay

Will Win: The Coen Brothers (No Country for Old Men)
Should Win : Coen Brothers

There you have it, some categories are locks, including Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Director. No Country should be safe for Best Picture, but not a lock. Julie Christie looks safe for Best Actress, but look for Ellen Page or Marion Cotilliard to upset. The Best Supporting Actress race is a toss-up between three people, any of them could win.