I can proudly say that one of my favorite hobbies is watching TV and many drama themed movies. If you ask anyone of my friends, they would confirm that I spend way too many hours in front of the television, and at the movie theatre. Unfortunately, I’m a newbie to short films, but I have been considerably aware of these films, after watching several brief video clips that are presented at the Oscars.
In fact, I have always been a fan of the Oscars, the celebrity crazed, golden ticket event which nominates and celebrates many short films, and motion pictures.
What I love about the Oscars is the fun-loving, wave of excitement that generates when your favorite actress/actor arrives on the red carpet in stunning gowns/suits and shortly after steps on stage to present or receive an award. Many people have crossed the Oscars off their list of programs to watch, but it’s actually an amazing award show.
In my opinion, it’s very exciting to crowd around the television with your family and friends, eating a bowl of cookies and cream ice cream while waiting in anticipation to see if your favorite films of the year takes president and wins one of the prestigious awards. In 2006, my much- loved movie the Departed, starring the handsome Jack Nicholson, Mark Wahlberg, Leonardo Dicaprio, Matt Damon and Alec Baldwin, beat out several other worthy contenders and won the best motion picture of the year award. It was pretty fantastic!
Previously, I was never interested in watching any short films for the reason that it had not appeared appealing or similar to the type of movies I usually enjoy. However, I was excited to attend the Oscar nominated short films screening at the IFC Center. My expectations were small but I was open-minded and eager to watch the nominated films.Overall, the theatre was undersized but it wasn’t an issue, since the comfy seats created a relaxed setting for viewing the films.
The two short films that I enjoyed were The Crush and God of Love. Both of the short films were wonderfully clever, funny and entertaining. I believe that the Crush should win but perhaps the Academy will have a different opinion. Although, I have to acknowledge that the short film, The Confession was similarly memorable but very bizarre and different.
My fellow group member Alexandra and I really had fun meeting up to view the films with the class. She said, “I love going on class field trips; it’s very fun.” I have to agree and add that the trip to the IFC center was enjoyable but also a nice introduction to the world of short films. After viewing those films, I hope my pick, the Crush, wins an award at the Oscars. It had a simple cast, funny dialogue and a cool ending that was totally sweet and fun to watch.
If your interested in viewing a few short films and have no idea where to start, here is a full list of suggestions inclusive of sci-fi short films directed by Stephen King , http://www.thedarkking.com/shortfilms to get you started. Until next time, – Live, Laugh and Love apple pie!!!
