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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #25 on: January 19, 2016, 09:06:54 AM »
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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #26 on: January 19, 2016, 09:07:44 AM »
Leonardo DiCaprio should boycott the Oscars too

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #27 on: January 19, 2016, 09:08:37 AM »
Interesting point.

Are any white folks boycotting the Superbowl because of their underrepresention?

To get to the Superbowl, teams have to win non-subjective contests. Oscar contenders are chosen by a small pool of  voters who cast a secret ballot. How are these two things comparable?

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #28 on: January 19, 2016, 09:08:42 AM »
That wasn't even a shitty movie.

Never seen it, but I was speaking in general terms. Every actor/actress has done at least ONE shitty movie.
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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #29 on: January 19, 2016, 09:09:01 AM »
Let them boycott all they want

This.

Would like to see the demographics of who actually watches the Oscars. Would also like to see if there is a change in ratings with their boycott.

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #30 on: January 19, 2016, 09:12:36 AM »
This.

Would like to see the demographics of who actually watches the Oscars. Would also like to see if there is a change in ratings with their boycott.

Black actors/ industry people are talking about boycotting attending the ceremony.

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #31 on: January 19, 2016, 09:13:12 AM »
This.

Would like to see the demographics of who actually watches the Oscars. Would also like to see if there is a change in ratings with their boycott.

Does anyone even watch the Oscars anymore?
It's ratings have been in decline for years now. Does anyone really give a shit about it anymore? ???

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #32 on: January 19, 2016, 09:14:19 AM »
#Oscarssowhite

Oscars so white....

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #33 on: January 19, 2016, 09:17:01 AM »
Black actors/ industry people are talking about boycotting attending the ceremony.

Right. But aren't the Oscars just their own bullshit anyway? I mean, if they don't show up, who does it hurt?

Does it hurt the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences if they don't?

I'm just wondering. What would the boycott accomplish.

It is still their right to boycott and I support anyone doing what they feel they have to do. I do believe they are valid in their general premise, but here's the other bit.

Let's say they nominate a couple of black people. Do you believe then that they would be "token" nominations? Do you feel that there was a black person or team or group that should have had a nomination over some of the other people who have been nominated?

It seems to me that a token nomination would be even worse.r

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #34 on: January 19, 2016, 09:17:06 AM »
Does anyone even watch the Oscars anymore?
It's ratings have been in decline for years now. Does anyone really give a shit about it anymore? ???


I don't think Ive ever watched the Oscars or any award performance show. Sounds like a waste of time to me. I enjoy watching movies. But I don't care if someone wins an award for them. Obviously, its a big thing for the actors/actresses.
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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #35 on: January 19, 2016, 09:20:19 AM »
Right. But aren't the Oscars just their own bullshit anyway? I mean, if they don't show up, who does it hurt?

Does it hurt the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences if they don't?

I'm just wondering. What would the boycott accomplish.

It is still their right to boycott and I support anyone doing what they feel they have to do. I do believe they are valid in their general premise, but here's the other bit.

Let's say they nominate a couple of black people. Do you believe then that they would be "token" nominations? Do you feel that there was a black person or team or group that should have had a nomination over some of the other people who have been nominated?

It seems to me that a token nomination would be even worse.r

Makes you wonder how the blacks/minorities interviewed for an NFL head coaching job feel due to Rooney Rule being enforced.
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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #36 on: January 19, 2016, 09:21:45 AM »
All these award shows are a work anyway so who cares. Just give all the awards to the darkies if they want them.

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #37 on: January 19, 2016, 09:24:19 AM »
Make better movies, FFS!

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #38 on: January 19, 2016, 09:25:51 AM »
Right. But aren't the Oscars just their own bullshit anyway? I mean, if they don't show up, who does it hurt?

Does it hurt the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences if they don't?

I'm just wondering. What would the boycott accomplish.

It is still their right to boycott and I support anyone doing what they feel they have to do. I do believe they are valid in their general premise, but here's the other bit.

Let's say they nominate a couple of black people. Do you believe then that they would be "token" nominations? Do you feel that there was a black person or team or group that should have had a nomination over some of the other people who have been nominated?

It seems to me that a token nomination would be even worse.r

Like all of the white nominations are somehow more legit? Like every year, you don't have a bunch of people saying "So and so didn't deserve the nomination" or "so and so got robbed." Like Jennifer Lawrence was really so amazing in "Silver Linings Playbook" that it's easy to understand why she won for a forgettable role in a forgettable film? Like the reason there are no black nominees is because there weren't any good performances from black actors?

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #39 on: January 19, 2016, 09:28:15 AM »
And I'm not here to pile onto my Hebrew brethren but it seems like the only roles I see them getting shine for is playing a slave, drug dealer or putting on a wig and playing the role of your stereotypical Big Mama.

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #40 on: January 19, 2016, 09:32:34 AM »
I don't think Ive ever watched the Oscars or any award performance show. Sounds like a waste of time to me. I enjoy watching movies. But I don't care if someone wins an award for them. Obviously, its a big thing for the actors/actresses.

Same here. I like movies but just view the Oscars as ego massaging crap. The most discussed thing the following day is which actress wore the best dress - which goes to prove how little the actual awards are valued.

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #41 on: January 19, 2016, 09:41:48 AM »
They've had a good run at the Oscars - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_black_Academy_Award_winners_and_nominees . This year just wasn't their year, they shouldn't cry about it.


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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #42 on: January 19, 2016, 09:42:03 AM »
Like all of the white nominations are somehow more legit? Like every year, you don't have a bunch of people saying "So and so didn't deserve the nomination" or "so and so got robbed." Like Jennifer Lawrence was really so amazing in "Silver Linings Playbook" that it's easy to understand why she won for a forgettable role in a forgettable film? Like the reason there are no black nominees is because there weren't any good performances from black actors?

I'm not saying there were not good performances, but were they actually better? I am certainly not one to make that determination. Never have been.

I think the Academy Awards are bullshit anyway for a couple of reasons:

1. When they had the damn awards, they shut down Hollywood Blvd. and even try to block off streets all around. It's bullshit when you're trying to get to your apartment that just happens to be on the block over and the cops are being pains in the ass to let you get in.
2. It comes across as a circle jerk.

Now, do I know anything about it for sure, no, but that's my point... I can't say that one actor is better than another or a director, or whatever... Mostly because I guess I don't see it as that difficult. I did that kind of shit when I was younger and I did alright and never really saw it as that tough.

So if someone is to say that some people are better than others, I am not in any position to say otherwise.

Do you think the Academy is in fact, racist?

Just my personal opinion.

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #43 on: January 19, 2016, 09:52:03 AM »
They've had a good run at the Oscars - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_black_Academy_Award_winners_and_nominees . This year just wasn't their year, they shouldn't cry about it.



Probably not a popular opinion but, trying to create parity in the industry has lowered standards and made it seem that an award is owed.

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #44 on: January 19, 2016, 09:53:16 AM »
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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #45 on: January 19, 2016, 09:58:21 AM »
I'm not saying there were not good performances, but were they actually better? I am certainly not one to make that determination. Never have been.

I think the Academy Awards are bullshit anyway for a couple of reasons:

1. When they had the damn awards, they shut down Hollywood Blvd. and even try to block off streets all around. It's bullshit when you're trying to get to your apartment that just happens to be on the block over and the cops are being pains in the ass to let you get in.
2. It comes across as a circle jerk.

Now, do I know anything about it for sure, no, but that's my point... I can't say that one actor is better than another or a director, or whatever... Mostly because I guess I don't see it as that difficult. I did that kind of shit when I was younger and I did alright and never really saw it as that tough.

So if someone is to say that some people are better than others, I am not in any position to say otherwise.

Do you think the Academy is in fact, racist?

Just my personal opinion.

You have a right to not take the Osars seriously. I don't, either, believe it or not. Never even watched them. But if you were an actor or a creative in the film industry, would you have a different opinion of them? What I mostly take issue with is  you and some other posters seem to be making the argument that the Oscars in their current state are legit and completely merit-based.

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #46 on: January 19, 2016, 10:00:31 AM »
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« Reply #47 on: January 19, 2016, 10:08:50 AM »
Hell! Even the OSCAR losers are winners!

Marketing firm Distinctive Assets is handing out $125,000 gift bags to the losing nominees in the Best Actor/Actress, Supporting Actor/Actress, and Director categories.

Here are some of those 'gifts"......

Sex Enhancement Procedures, Plus a Vibrator! $5,250.  Celebs will have the choice between the O-Shot (Orgasm Shot), LEO or Priapus Shot procedures. The shots (valued at $5,000) are said to enhance sexual response and will be provided directly by its inventor Charles Runels, MD, who also created the Vampire Facelift.

The losers can also test out the Afterglow Pulsewave Vibrator ($250), which boasts of "patented medical technology" developed directly by the sex experts.

A Glamping Adventure, $12,500 …. A luxury camping, hiking, and cycling package from TerraVelo Tours offered in one of America's "most breathtaking natural landscapes." The package includes options like hot air balloon rides, gourmet dining, surfing, horseback riding, and cheese-making classes. Stars will have private chefs prepare all meals, along with access to "fine Napa Valley wines."

A Year's Worth of Audi Rentals, $20,000….. Each car includes a "free in-dash GPS, Sirius radio, and Wi-Fi every time."

Custom-Designed Furniture, $25,000
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Mind Control and More, $20,000…. Each star gets a $20,000 gift certificate to have Enigma Life founder Alessia Kantor fly out and meet with them to discuss their 2015 horoscopes, as well as their dreams. Most of all, Kantor will teach the stars "mind control techniques" — and maybe their odds of winning in 2016 will be thatmuch greater.

A Train Trek through the Rocky Mountains, $14,600.... The Complete Lifestyle Makeover, $14,200 … The wellness package includes: a hair mineral analysis ($1,590), a VIP day which includes customized info ($3,500), organic home cooking event with a master chef ($1000), and more.

Custom Dessert/Candy Buffet, Plus More Goodies $1,295. Celebs will also nosh on Posh Pretzels ($50), Rouge Maple products ($280), XO mints ($10), gluten-free cookies from Esther Easter's Treats ($45), herbal tea lollipops from Dosha Pops ($70), and Hydroxycut ($45).

Sea Salts, Plus a VIP Tour $1,550 …. La Baleine is offering its natural French Mediterranean salts from its "pure and natural" source in the South of France. Recipients will also get a VIP tour of the private preserve where the salts are made. The group (of up to 10 people) will also enjoy a private lunch prepared by a top chef atop the salt marsh, and will have the chance to sunbathe on La Baleine's private beach.

Light Therapy for Fat $4,100 includes a "non-invasive L.E.D. light technology" procedure from Ventura that claims to help stars lose 3-9 inches around their waists in as little as 3 weeks.

And moe shit you've never heard of.

I'll take the  AUDI and the TRAIN RID

BTW ... I once held an OSCAR for about 15 minutes in an effort to keep it from being used as a murder weapon.
True story!

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #48 on: January 19, 2016, 10:12:54 AM »
So if the blacks don't get a free handout that's not deserved then you're racist.  Which black actor or movie was worthy?  there were hundreds of white movies that also didn't get picked.  So what.  Maybe if blacks created a movie other than Rap themed, Mandela or MLK they might get picked.

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Re: Hebrews boycotting Oscars
« Reply #49 on: January 19, 2016, 10:17:21 AM »
They just can't accept that their movies are not as good for the audience.

If they made a movie that was really liked by everyone , not only would they get nominated but they'd also get awarded with a statue.