https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:59:17 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2438486 Wed, 27 Jan 2016 09:25:42 +0000 TemperanceBrennan 2438486@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: Thanks for posting that! It was a really interesting read and I agree with his points. I watch the Oscars every year, but I am very interested in what will happen this year! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2438280 Wed, 27 Jan 2016 00:53:57 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2438280@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>If this essay by Chris Rock is any indicator of how he feels about Hollywood this year's Oscars may be one for the record books.</p> <p><a href="http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/top-five-filmmaker-chris-rock-753223" rel="nofollow">http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/top-five-filmmaker-chris-rock-753223</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2430127 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 20:38:10 +0000 littlejoy 2430127@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@sarac: I was literally getting ready to say this same thing. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429879 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 16:42:43 +0000 MrsSCB 2429879@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: Ricky Gervais had similar advice, ha. </p> [attach=2844/16/o19tn7.600x291.Screen-Shot-2016-01-20-at-3.42.22-PM.png] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429878 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 16:41:29 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2429878@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mrsjazz: aww see he quickly rebounded! </p> <p>The small screen this year was momentous for black women. Both leading actress in drama for Emmys and Golden Globes this past year are Oscars nominated actresses. Viola Davis for Doubt and Taraji P Henson for Curious Case of Benjamin Button. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429863 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 16:34:55 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2429863@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>The Academy president is a black woman and she has given lip service to making sure the membership make up is more diverse- age, race, gender. We'll see what happens next year. If anything it's a shame that the Academy now allows 10 movies for Best Movie and they only nominated 8. The purpose of creating the extra five slots was to recognize fantasy films and commercial successful films. Well, hello Creed?!</p> <p>@Autumnmama79: I want to see Chris Rock host and take as many jabs at the process and celebs as he can fit in the telecast. I bet many of the presenters will still be minorities- black, Latino etc just like years past. Some of the most popular celebs are people of color and they get invited to present and walk the red carpet to boost ratings, but they don't get nominated. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429855 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 16:30:49 +0000 mrsjazz 2429855@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@edelweiss: hysterical!</p> <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: Yeah that was dumb. But in his defense a lot of people forget spouses and directors, etc all the time. Probably from the shock and nerves. He did go back to the stage and thank them but that was after they cut to a commercial. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429848 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 16:26:19 +0000 edelweiss 2429848@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: ouch. that's just inconsiderate. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429845 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 16:23:42 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2429845@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mrsjazz: @edelweiss: @Autumnmama79: and Stallone had a "senior moment" and didn't acknowledge or thank the black director or lead black actor in his GG acceptance speech. That was dissappointing. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429842 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 16:22:03 +0000 Autumnmama79 2429842@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@edelweiss: Bahahaha. Yes it was funny!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429839 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 16:20:31 +0000 edelweiss 2429839@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mrsjazz: well, it's certainly an accomplishment to be nominated when no one can understand what you're saying. okay that was mean. i actually get a kick out of watching him, but not because i consider him oscar worthy. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429831 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 16:16:03 +0000 Autumnmama79 2429831@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mrsjazz: I can't believe Stallone won a golden globe and is nominated for an oscar?! What the heck. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429828 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 16:14:36 +0000 Autumnmama79 2429828@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsSCB: I guess the sad reality is that the industry will continue making movies they feel will generate the largest profit, regardless of colour. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429821 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 16:10:11 +0000 MrsSCB 2429821@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mrsjazz: OK, yes, I should have specified I was speaking of actors and actresses in particular. As in it's not as though anyone can claim there just aren't talented minority actors and actresses to cast. I know lack of diversity at the executive level is a problem in Hollywood (and realistically in nearly every industry) and it definitely contributes to the dearth of good roles. And certainly a lack of nominations as well. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429819 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 16:06:55 +0000 mrsjazz 2429819@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsSCB: well there is a problem with diversity in the industry--with the behind the scenes people, Hollywood execs specifically. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429808 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 16:01:00 +0000 MrsSCB 2429808@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Autumnmama79: Certainly the entertainment industry doesn't HAVE to do anything. But even if their only concern is profit, they should. People want to see themselves reflected in TV and film -- that's only natural. If they're interested in drawing large, diverse audiences, then they're going to need to adjust accordingly. And I would think that would be important to film studios. Also, if they want to keep talented actors and actresses engaged in the industry, which of course should be a priority, they're going to need to up their game. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429803 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 15:55:59 +0000 Autumnmama79 2429803@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsSCB: I agree that the problem lies within creating the deep, meaningful roles for minority actors that will ultimately lead to oscar nominations. Does the movie industry, a private, for profit enterprise, have a responsibility to do that? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429797 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 15:53:15 +0000 mrsjazz 2429797@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@edelweiss: Actor in a Supporting Role. He won a Golden Globe, too. Um no. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429792 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 15:50:20 +0000 MrsSCB 2429792@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Autumnmama79: I don't think there's a problem with diversity in the industry -- there are many excellent actors and actresses who are also minorities. The problem is a lack of deep, leading minority roles and lack of casting of minority actors in great roles. I do think it makes sense to call out the Oscars this year, because as I mentioned there were some standout actors and actresses of color this year. BUT I also don't want the issue with the Oscars to overshadow the larger issues with casting and writing good roles. The same goes for strong female leads as well. I would like to see more of those written. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429789 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 15:49:47 +0000 edelweiss 2429789@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mrsjazz: wait, wha? stallone? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429755 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 15:37:57 +0000 Autumnmama79 2429755@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I agree with @edelweiss: @MrsSCB: and the other posters who mentioned that this is due to underlying issues of diversity within the industry. I think it is unfortunate that the Oscars are being held to the wall for it though. I also don't think that the entertainment industry is the only sector that has poor diversity within it. </p> <p>I think its a real shame that some of his peers are urging Chris Rock to step aside from his hosting duties - I think he's awesome and I'm so looking forward to his hosting antics! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429700 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 15:07:45 +0000 edelweiss 2429700@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: ah, interesting. that is a good point then. i have not been to the theater in years and have little idea of what movies are out. thanks for pointing that out! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429647 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 14:42:34 +0000 TemperanceBrennan 2429647@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: I didn't realize that White actors and white people behind the scenes in these black films are being recognized. That is even more upsetting. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429644 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 14:41:43 +0000 mrsjazz 2429644@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I saved this from FB over the wknd. It's from 2012 but relevant. </p> [attach=1461/16/o19o1k.450x600.FB_IMG_1452912150850.jpg] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429642 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 14:40:28 +0000 TemperanceBrennan 2429642@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think this a problem.<br /> I agree with @edelweiss that the root of the problem is with producers and casting and the false premise that black and other minority leads aren't as marketable. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429630 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 14:33:23 +0000 sarac 2429630@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I mean, your use of quotes around 'controversy' pretty clearly shows how you feel about it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429601 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 14:21:34 +0000 mrsjazz 2429601@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think we can all agree that it's ridonkulous that Sylvester Stallone is nominated and Idris Elba and Michael B. Jordan aren't. Stallone can't act. Period. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429593 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 14:16:02 +0000 MrsSCB 2429593@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: I completely agree with you, which is why I referenced Idris Elba in Beasts of No Nation. Michael B. Jordan in Creed, Will Smith in Concussion -- I think any of them (and more) would have made excellent nominees. I'm just saying it goes even beyond just the Oscars. It's a systemic problem in Hollywood and has been for a long time, and I'd love to see that addressed as well. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429589 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 14:15:39 +0000 mrsjazz 2429589@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I liked what Lupita said in response to the controversy, basically that we need to expand the stories that are told and recognition of the people who tell them. Also reminds me of Chimimanda's "danger of a single story." A lot of the best picture movies are based on true events and people who are white. Or if not white is the default. Even if the movie may call for a minority, sometimes it's whitewashed. </p> <p>The Oscars aren't really the problem but they illustrate the lack of opportunity for writers, producers, filmmakers of color. I mean the Academy is mostly old white men, right? Same with most of Hollywood power players. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/oscar-controversy#post-2429588 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 14:15:25 +0000 MrsKoala 2429588@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It's a controversy because it's the second year in a row that an all white group of individuals were nominated. I find it ludicrous that there would be two years in a row where no black actors/directors/screenwriters etc were deserving of a nomination especially when actors such as Idris Elba or David Oyelowo were nominated for every award out there BUT the Academy Award. There were plenty of potential nominees out there but it's starting to seem like Hollywood has a problem with honoring black people on a regular basis for their work. </p>