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In this episode of …and the Oscar Shoulda Gone to, Rob, Glenys and Dylan head back to the 50th Academy Awards — the ceremony where Annie Hall charmed its way to Best Picture. But was Woody Allen's neurotic love story truly the pinnacle of 1977 cinema, or did the Academy overlook something more timeless? We're revisiting the rest of the contenders: the galactic game-changer Star Wars, the bittersweet romantic comedy The Goodbye Girl, the elegant ballet drama The Turning Point, and the poignant political tale Julia. From therapy couches to TIE fighters, 1977 gave us love, loss, and lightsabers in equal measure. Join us as we debate whether Annie Hall truly earned its place in Oscar history — or if another film should've danced off with the gold. Best Picture Nominees Annie Hall - winner The Goodbye Girl Julia Star Wars The Turning Point

In this episode, Dylan, Rob and Glenys head back to 1988, when Rain Mantook home Best Picture gold. But was the Academy right to hand the hugely popular hit the keys to victory? They're stacking it up against the rest of the nominees from the 61st Academy Awards: the lush period drama Dangerous Liaisons, the quirky romantic-comedy The Accidental Tourist, the civil rights thriller Mississippi Burning, and the ambitious, much-loved workplace comedy Working Girl. From powdered wigs to power suits, this year's nominees ran the gamut of cinematic styles. Join us as we debate whether Rain Man truly earned its place in Oscar history — or if another film should've driven away with the statue. Best Picture Nominees Rain Man - winnerThe Accidental Tourist Dangerous Liaisons Mississippi Burning Working Girl

The 44th Academy Awards served up one of the more diverse Best Picture lineups in history: the pulse-pounding French Connection, Kubrick's shocking A Clockwork Orange, the show-stopping musical Fiddler on the Roof, the aching nostalgia of The Last Picture Show, and the royal spectacle Nicholas and Alexandra. In this episode, Dylan, Glenys and Rob go head-to-head over the great Oscar-nominated movies of 1971. Was The French Connection's gritty car chases and moral murk the boldest choice, or did Kubrick's disturbing vision of a dystopian near-future deserve the gold? Did Fiddler charm us with its unforgettable songs and heartfelt storytelling, standing the test of time to get a second chance? Does The Last Picture Show stand as the quiet masterpiece of the bunch? And was Nicholas and Alexandra a sweeping triumph—or just an overstuffed history lesson? Join us as we reconsider the Academy's choice, and ask the big question: if we had the ballot in our hands today, which film would truly earn the title of Best Picture—and which ones never should've made the cut? Best Picture Nominees The French Connection - winner A Clockwork Orange Fiddler on the Roof The Last Picture Show Nicholas and Alexandra

Dylan, Rob and Glenys break down some of the most iconic movies of the 21st Century that also happened to be nominated for Oscar Best Picture at the 74th Academy Awards. Did A Beautiful Mind's emotional portrayal of John Nash's brilliance and struggles with schizophrenia deserve its victory, or did the Academy overlook bolder cinematic achievements? While Gosford Park charmed critics with its layered murder mystery and Robert Altman's signature ensemble style, In the Bedroom delivered raw, intimate drama and powerhouse performances. Moulin Rouge! dazzled with its kaleidoscope of music, color, and romance but also sparked debates about whether spectacle can equal substance. And finally, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ringlaunched one of cinema's most ambitious trilogies — should its groundbreaking fantasy epic have been crowned instead? Join us as we revisit these films, their themes, and their cultural impact, and debate whether the Academy rewarded the right vision of cinematic excellence for 2001. Best Picture Nominees A Beautiful Mind - winner Gosford Park In the Bedroom The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Moulin Rouge!

In this episode, we revisit the movies of 1984 that were nominated for best picture at the 57th Annual Academy Awards. The night's top honor went to Amadeus, Milos Forman's opulent and audacious portrait of Mozart's genius and Salieri's envy. It dominated the ceremony with eight Oscars—but was it truly the year's best film? The competition was fierce, with The Killing Fields, a harrowing depiction of survival during Cambodia's genocide; A Passage to India, David Lean's sweeping return to epic filmmaking; Places in the Heart, a tender Depression-era drama about resilience; and A Soldier's Story, an incisive murder mystery exploring race and identity within the U.S. military during World War II. Each contender brought something powerful—social urgency, cultural commentary, emotional depth, and incredible artistry—making this a year worth debating. Tune in for lively discussion and our ultimate verdict on whether Oscar gold went to the right movie—or if history deserves a rewrite. Best Picture Nominees Amadeus - winner The Killing Fields A Passage to India Places in the Heart A Soldier's Story

In this episode of …And the Oscar Shoulda Gone To, Dylan, Rob and Glenys the movies of 1967 that were nominated for Best Picture at the 40th Academy Awards. While In the Heat of the Night was considered groundbreaking for the time, did the Academy's pick for best picture hold up over time? Equally groundbreaking in different ways, could Guess Who's Coming to Dinner or The Graduate have been better choices? Or did the naturalistic acting and thrilling pace of Bonnie and Clyde deserve to be rewarded? And yes…there's a reason we didn't even want to mention Doctor Doolittle in this description, but you'll have to listen to find out why! Best Picture Nominees In the Heat of The Night - winner Bonnie and Clyde Doctor Doolittle Guess Who's Coming to Dinner The Graduate

It's a two "Really?!" episode as Dylan, Rob and Glenys discuss the movies of 2007 that were nominated for Best Picture at the 80th Academy Awards. Did the Academy get it right when they awarded No Country for Old Men the best picture honors? While Atonement brought us lush period scenes and solid acting, was that enough to make it a serious contender? Was Juno's plucky title character and quirky dialogue something that should have gone down in the books as "best?" Or did you love the complex plotting and award-winning acting in Michael Clayton? And lastly, there was There Will be Blood, a movie that matched the winner in filming locations (Marfa, TX!) and grim tone – and should the Oscar gone to it instead? We'll find out all about how our hosts felt about the Academy's choice, and if they agreed! Best Picture Nominees No Country for Old Men – winner Atonement Juno Michael Clayton There Will be Blood

In this follow-up episode, Rob, Dylan, and Glenys continue their spirited discussion of the 2025 Academy Awards Best Picture race, turning their attention to the remaining 2024 contenders. Dune: Part Two continued Denis Villeneuve's sweeping sci-fi saga — but does a sequel deserve to win when its first part didn't? Emilia Pérez blurred genre lines with its musical crime drama twist, earning critical acclaim and plenty of Oscar attention. Nickel Boys adapted Colson Whitehead's powerful novel, portraying the horrors of a corrupt reform school using a novel cinematic technique – but did it obscure the emotion of the story? A Complete Unknown offered a magnetic Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan, but what did we actually learn about the man himself? I'm Still Here, Brazil's stirring real-life family drama, delivered emotional resonance against political upheaval. And finally, Anora, the modern Cinderella story that ultimately claimed Best Picture — but was it truly the best of the bunch? Join us as we dissect these films, their performances, and their cultural relevance — and ask the big question: did the Academy get it right, or was another nominee more deserving of the top prize? Best Picture Nominees Anora - winner The Brutalist A Complete Unknown Conclave Dune: Part Two Emilia Pérez I'm Still Here Nickel Boys The Substance Wicked

In this episode, our hosts Rob, Dylan, and Glenys dive into the first half of the 2025 Academy Awards Best Picture nominees, breaking down the biggest stories behind 2024's most talked-about films. Was Wicked's dazzling adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical the cultural moment everyone anticipated — or did it fall short of expectations? Did The Substance, with its provocative body horror and Demi Moore's fearless performance, push genre filmmaking into new territory? The Brutalist challenged audiences with its stark portrayal of architectural ambition and human isolation — but did its cold precision and length cost it emotional resonance? Meanwhile, Conclave offered a taut, suspenseful look inside the Vatican's secretive corridors of power — but was it gripping enough to contend for Best Picture glory? Join us as we explore the performances, direction, and cultural impact of these nominees, and debate whether the Academy might have overlooked deeper, riskier achievements in favor of crowd-pleasers. Best Picture Nominees Anora - winner The Brutalist A Complete Unknown Conclave Dune: Part Two Emilia Pérez I'm Still Here Nickel Boys The Substance Wicked

In this episode, Dylan, Rob and Glenys dive into the 1983 movies nominated for the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences Best Picture and debate whether Terms of Endearment truly earned its Best Picture win — or if one of its formidable contenders deserved the golden statue instead. Was The Big Chill's ensemble of old friends and bittersweet nostalgia the real cultural touchstone of the year? Did The Right Stuff's epic portrayal of the space race soar higher? Could Tender Mercies' quiet tale of redemption have made a bigger emotional impact? Or was The Dresser's poignant study of theater life an underappreciated gem? Join us as we rewatch, reanalyze, and reconsider the stories that defined 1983. Expect deep dives into filmmaking choices and friendly arguments. Did the Academy get this Oscar pick right? You be the judge. We know we will! Best Picture Nominees Terms of Endearment (winner)The Big Chill The Dresser The Right Stuff Tender Mercies

Welcome to season 2 of And the Oscar Should Have Gone To… We hope you are as excited for Oscar season as we are, and while we're all waiting to hear who will win Best Picture this year, we start off this season with a controversial year in Oscars – 1998. It was a year where three movies were about World War II and two movies were set in the Elizabethan era. Shakespeare in Love was the winner that year over some other heavy hitters and beloved movies. Saving Private Ryan jerked the tears out of all of us, while Elizabeth launched Cate Blanchett's career and taught us about history without making us work hard.  Roberto Benigni turned darkness into light with humor in a Nazi concentration camp in Life is Beautiful, and let's not forget the stark imagery, star power and cameos of The Thin Red Line. Do you think that the Academy picked the right movie with Shakespeare in Love? Dylan, Rob and Glenys hash out their favorites for who should have won in a year of (mostly great) nominees. Best Picture Nominees Shakespeare in Love - winner Elizabeth Life Is Beautiful Saving Private Ryan The Thin Red Line

In part 2 of the Best Picture great debate of 2013 movies, Dylan, Rob and Glenys may never agree, but you'll enjoy hearing their reasons why! Best Picture Nominees 12 Years a Slave - winner American Hustle Captain Phillips Dallas Buyers Club Gravity Her Nebraska Philomena The Wolf of Wall Street

Dylan, Rob and Glenys were excited to argue over every single one of these 2013 Best Picture-nominated movies, which ran the gamut from characters noble to depraved and everything in between. Were you enchanted by the long, artful shots of 12 Years a Slave, or disgusted by the shamelessness of the Wolf of Wall Street? Won over by the virtuosity of Philomena or the bravery of Captain Phillips? As always we debate one of the biggest questions of all: should the importance of a movie trump the artistic integrity? Our spirited discussion won't leave you *bored*, that's for sure! Best Picture Nominees 12 Years a Slave - winner American Hustle Captain Phillips Dallas Buyers Club Gravity Her Nebraska Philomena The Wolf of Wall Street

Chariots of Fire won best picture at the 54thAcademy Awards…but who actually remembers anything about this movie besides the ubiquitous Vangelis title track? In this episode, Dylan, Rob and Glenys discuss and debate the merits of three great and two not-so-stellar nominees. It was a gametime decision (again!) for at least one of us with one surprise pick. If you haven't seen these movies from 1981, we highly recommend you watch and tell us what you think! Or if you don't feel like watching all those movies, just watch these [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xh4j-fAJHw] impressions [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26pvv0NuAE4] of Burt Lancaster [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wn34MUI8k_s] and consider yourself educated! Best Picture Nominees Atlantic City Chariots of Fire On Golden Pond Raiders of the Lost Ark Reds

1996 was the year that independent films broke through to the Oscars, but should they actually have been nominated, or did Hollywood just want to believe they were intellectuals that year? And was The English Patient even that good? Do we agree with Elaine Benis when she said "Those sex scenes. I mean, please. Give me something I can use! [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5VluH1BeXo]" or do we think it's on par with Lawrence of Arabia? After this episode, you'll probably want to go get some pancakes and get laid [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MY5NspwaVgk]…and maybe watch a few movies to see if you agree. Best Picture Nominees The English Patient - winner Fargo Jerry Maguire Secrets & Lies Shine

Are the sequels ever as good as the first one? Find out with Part II of our 2009 podcast! We promise no prequels...this time. 2009 Best Picture Nominees Avatar The Blind Side District 9 An Education The Hurt Locker – winner Inglorious Bastards Precious: Based on the Novel "Push" by Sapphire A Serious Man Up Up in the Air

The best picture category finally expanded to more than 5 nominees for the 2009 movies, but was that a mistake? Were there 10 worthy nominees? That was certainly enough to split our podcast into two parts! Tune in to Part I as we dispatch with the unworthies and then find out who we picked in Part II - even we were surprised. 2009 Best Picture Nominees Avatar The Blind Side District 9 An Education The Hurt Locker – winner Inglorious Bastards Precious: Based on the Novel "Push" by Sapphire A Serious Man Up Up in the Air

Divorce, war or union busting? But also bikes and dancing! 1979 was the year that awarded Kramer vs Kramer Best Picture, but 6 decades later (wow!) does it still hold up? This was a tough one for some of us, folks – you'll have to tune in to see how this cliff hanger resolves! Best Picture Nominees All that Jazz Apocalypse Now Breaking Away Kramer vs Kramer (winner) Norma Rae

OOFAH! Dylan, Rob and Glenys ponder how the Acadamy got 2005 so wrong. This year was loaded with talent, from directors to actors, and loaded with controversy, too, with the final winner Crash edging out what we think could have been better picks. But do we all agree on who should have won? You'll have to listen to find out.  Best Picture Nominees: Brokeback Mountain Capote Crash Good Night, and Good Luck Munich

It's 1989 and all the Best Picture nominees…kind of sucked. The Baby Boomers had their last gasp of nostalgia in 1989 and these movies exemplify that like nothing else! Dylan, Rob and Glenys hash out why the Academy got not just the winner wrong, but all the nominees, too. But we gotta pick one, so take a listen and see if you agree! Best Picture Nominees: Born on the Fourth of July Dead Poets Society Driving Miss Daisy (winner) Field of Dreams My Left Foot