Hello and welcome,
The Oscars are this Sunday.
I know my awards season coverage has been… well, nonexistent on all of my platforms this year because, quite frankly, there are things in my life just a little bit more important than talking about Hollywood patting themselves on the back. However, I can't let the Oscars happen without giving you my thoughts on what’s going to win this Sunday (or more accurately who I think is going to win).
As I have done in years past, this blog is dedicated to only one category and that is Best Animated Feature. However, If you want to know my predictions for all 23 categories check out my new episode of In The Mind of Mr. Bee which I will soon upload to youtube (If I haven't already).
Unlike past years, this category looks to be a lock for one movie. However, I think it is a little bit more competitive than the experts believe. As I have done before, I will talk about the movies from least likely to win to the most probable winner. With that out of the way let’s begin:
The Sea Beast
The one thing it has going for it is that it's directed by Chris Williams who is a former Disney animator who won an Oscar for Big Hero 6. However, former Disney animators don't have very much luck in this category after they leave Mickey. The Sea Beast has been a no-show at all the other major award shows, with the exception of the Annies, and it is worth noting that it did get a lot of nominations but failed to get 1 win.
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
I could see a scenario where it wins but it’s unlikely. The first Puss in Boots was nominated in this category back in 2012 and lost. As far as this one goes has been nominated everywhere but has won 0 but did win 2 Annies (for Storyboarding and Editing). Oh, and it might be worth noting that in the over 20 years since this category was introduced, DreamWorks has only won twice (Shrek and Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit, respectively).
Marcel the Shell with Shoes On
If you want to do a long-shot prediction I would recommend predicting this one as it has been nominated everywhere and is only one of a very few movies that are a winner granted all from critics (critics do not vote for the Oscars). It also won the Annie for Best Animated Feature- Independent which has only been around for 8 years and has yet to be a predictor for this Oscar, but there is a first time for everything.
Turning Red
One thing I have learned in all my years following and covering the Oscars is it’s not wise to bet against Pixar. Out of the 21 years that this award has been presented they have won 11 but I don't think Pixar will add a 12th Oscar to their shelf (at least not this year) for a few reasons. Although it has won a few critic's awards (again, critics do not vote for the Oscars) it has lost everywhere else including the Annies where it won nothing Despite 7 nominations. The odds are just not in Turning Red’s favor
Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio
Let's be honest, this is going to win. It has won almost everywhere including all the industry awards and 5 Annies, including Best Animated Feature, but it's not over till it's over, but in all likelihood, the race is over. Do I need to say more?
As to who I think should get the Oscar, I have seen 4 out of the 5 movies nominated and if we remove Marcel the Shell it’s a close call. Between Turning Red, Puss in Boots, and Pinocchio, I will probably give it to Pinocchio because it’s a movie that will stay with you long after the credits roll, but what a really great field.
Enjoy the Oscars tomorrow!
Goodnight and Bee Happy!™
Mr.Bee
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