The Rest Is Entertainment The Oscars: Does Anyone Care Any More?
Mar 4, 2025
The podcast dives into the Oscars' fading relevance, questioning why audiences seem less engaged with Hollywood's biggest night. Adrien Brody's gum-throwing incident adds a quirky twist to the discussion. The hosts analyze shifts in media influenced by streaming services and address challenges facing the film industry today. They also critique the new ownership at the Washington Post and explore the intersection of media ownership with political power. Compelling anecdotes and humorous insights make for an entertaining exploration of modern entertainment.
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Declining Oscars Relevance
- The Oscars' relevance is declining due to Hollywood's crisis and the changing media landscape.
- The monoculture is gone, impacting movies' cultural impact and the Oscars' viewership.
Brody's Speech and Gum Incident
- Adrien Brody's Oscar acceptance speech was overly long and self-absorbed.
- He threw gum at his girlfriend, Harvey Weinstein's ex, Georgina Chapman, before the speech.
Relatability of Actors vs. Athletes
- Audiences connect more with athletes' speeches due to perceived hardship and brevity.
- Actors, even when facing career setbacks, are seen as living in luxury, making their struggles less relatable.