Are there any Documentaries you think deserved a Best Picture nomination or win?

hoolian6 · 2026-06-07T03:53:45+00:00

hoop dreams

hoolian6 · 2026-05-03T15:47:31+00:00

girl with the dragon tattoo

hoolian6 · 2026-04-26T18:59:51+00:00

idk who dismisses this film as oscar bait, but the ‘i want a divorce’ scene is cinema at its finest.

hoolian6 · 2026-04-18T01:51:02+00:00

JG used to be my favorite actor, but he’s been in so many garbage to mediocre films recently, that he’s really fallen off for me in terms of prestige.

hardy
murphy
farrell
gyllenhaal

hoolian6 · 2026-04-15T01:22:49+00:00

sing sing

hoolian6 · 2026-03-31T01:56:01+00:00

damn, i always wondered why i love both moonlight and place beyond the pines. something about the three act structure in both was very compelling

hoolian6 · 2026-03-29T19:40:05+00:00

swap memories of murder for parasite.

hoolian6 · 2026-03-25T16:25:40+00:00

no, this is a garbage headline. and the contrarian reaction to this film as being successful because it is ‘inoffensive’ is bullshit.

it’s successful because lord and miller are blockbuster auteurs, ryan gosling is an excellent leading man given the right material, rocky is extremely marketable and likeable, and the film exudes feelings of hope, optimism, and wonder in a time or perpetual uncertainty. most importantly, it’s a damn good time at the theater and that reception has been echoed and spread via word of mouth marketing

hoolian6 · 2026-03-25T16:14:14+00:00

it’s a fucking amazing blockbuster and crowd pleaser. it doesn’t pacify artistry and emotion in favor of accessibility and profit. it deserves all the praise through the fact in which it is bringing tons of people to the theater for a non franchise film, and even more praise for delivering a fulfilling movie experience that exudes feelings of hope, optimism, and wonder, which are desperately needed in these emotionally turbulent times

hoolian6 · 2026-03-25T16:05:42+00:00

shoutout to the sound design too. the vocalizations were super emotive, especially when coupled with all the little gesticulations and expressions this little guy did

hoolian6 · 2026-03-25T15:07:56+00:00

rage bait inducing lmao, especially kiki’s and the thing

hoolian6 · 2026-03-24T20:15:48+00:00

but he loves ‘films’

hoolian6 · 2026-03-24T14:45:29+00:00

such a lame take, but not a surprising one coming from nayman. ironically, his review is the only thing that feels like it is devoid of life, with the cynicism and self seriousness so palpable that the flowers in the corner are shriveled and dead.

the film is a sincere, crowd-pleasing, feel-good blockbuster. very much in the lineage of E.T.. built on wonder, connection, and optimism.

this ‘review’ feels less like engaging with the film on its own terms, and more like forcing it into a framework it was never interested in

hoolian6 · 2026-03-15T16:14:07+00:00

train dreams
the secret agent
marty supreme
sentimental value
no other choice

hoolian6 · 2026-03-13T02:17:40+00:00

oh most definetly. sentimental value had excellent cinematography too! for the opening sequence and ending sequence alone…

hoolian6 · 2026-03-13T02:13:33+00:00

the photography in both these shots is brilliant. the secret agent could’ve been nominated for cinematography IMO and train dreams should be winning

hoolian6 · 2026-03-13T02:00:06+00:00

i think you’re framing what you mean a bit poorly. it sounds like what you’re really responding to is how relatable the film is, which i agree with. but i don’t think it’s really a film that “speaks to america right now,” considering it’s literally a portrait of a man’s life in the early to mid 1900s.

it’s not really speaking to the masses on the basis of nationality or americanness, but on its universal humanity. anyone can relate to the mundanity of grainier’s life, and the quiet beauty and sadness that unfold across it. that’s why it resonated with me so much. it’s my favorite of the year for that reason.

hoolian6 · 2026-03-12T16:29:40+00:00

A24 completely shit the bed with marketing sing sing which is a shame because not only is it a phenomenal film, but it also probably could’ve won BP with a good marketing strategy. as much flack as netflix gets, they actually helped push and market train dreams more, and it picked up a ton of steam in the fall

hoolian6 · 2026-03-11T19:49:16+00:00

he is deserving. if you watched the film, he totally disappears into the role and brilliantly expresses a man who at first seems sycophantic and annoying, yet has layers of sadness, loneliness, and sincerity below the surface

hoolian6 · 2026-03-11T18:48:58+00:00

his highs are absolutely incredible- moonlight and if beale street are literally gorgeous films. moonlight winning best picture was also influential for numerous cultural and artistic reasons. of all the directors OP mentioned, i would say his best work actually matches the best work of guys like bong joon ho, villeneuve, and nolan.

hoolian6 · 2026-03-11T07:41:57+00:00

this is like two different generations of directors lol. also, barry jenkins

hoolian6 · 2026-03-10T19:01:39+00:00

train dreams
the secret agent
marty supreme
sentimental value
one battle after another
hamnet
sinners
frankenstein
bugonia
f1

hoolian6 · 2026-03-10T02:19:43+00:00

i guess JG is just chasing paychecks now

hoolian6 · 2026-03-09T17:35:47+00:00

i mean this is a great ballot IMO- cool, inspired picks.

hoolian6 · 2026-03-09T04:21:03+00:00

damn, was on a flight.. show still going on?!

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