The OSCARS: What Were They Thinking?!

1999 Pt. 2 - Oscar in Love


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In this episode we continue looking at the 1999 Oscars for the films of 1998.  However, we're doing things a little differently as we focus mainly on one of, if not, the most controversial Oscar campaigns of all-time.  In fact, the tricks, stunts and machinations pulled by Harvey Weinstein to secure the Oscar for Shakespeare in Love not only live on in Oscar lore — they forever changed the way Oscars are campaigned (both good and bad).  In addition to laying out all the behind-the-scenes maneuvering — Bruce and “Tex’ share personal stories of their dealings with Weinstein, uncover what really went on behind-closed-doors in 1998,  and shine a light on the impact this Oscar campaign has had on the Academy today.  This one is for true Oscar buffs looking to know more about one of the craziest Oscar races in Academy History. And if you're more interested in the actual awards of that year -- listen to 1999 Pt. 1 - Saving Private Oscar.  Enjoy!  


Movies Mentioned

Shakespeare in Love

Saving Private Ryan

Wicked 

Dune 2

The Greatest Show on Earth

Big Top Pee-wee

Just Friends

Get Bruce

Legends of the Fall

Glory

The Last Samurai

Annie Hall

The Alamo

Sunset Boulevard

All About Eve

To Leslie (Andre Riseborough film referred to)

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