Saturday, December 11, 2010

Oscar Predictions : Best Cinematography

I'm starting off with techies, so here are my predictions for Cinematography this year (5 nominations).
MOST LIKELY
1. Inception : Wally Pfister's work for Inception is marvellous. Let it be the slow motion shots, or the gravity defying scenes, Wally has excelled all of them. Here are some of the screen shots.


2. Black Swan
Darren Aronofsky's psycho-thriller is filmed along with graceful and beautiful ballets, wonderful use of lighting and ofcourse Natalie Portman. Take a look.

http://cdn.crushable.com/files/2010/12/blackSwan-Natalie.jpg
3. True Grit
Roger Deakins long due is hopefully going to be paid, as he is back behind the camera for Coen Brother's True Grit. The film itself, is isn't much into the Oscar race, but it certainly does have some strong photography.
http://www-movieline-com.vimg.net/images/assets_c/2010/09/truegrit_500-thumb-500xauto-21264.jpg
4. The Social Network
Jeff Cronenweth
's urban and fresh cinematography for 'The Social Network' is definitely going to get some attention from the Academy. Shot with beautiful lighting and wonderful camera angles, the film is a real treat to watch. Take a look.
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http://www.awardsdaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/eisenberg.jpgThe Social Network Andrew Garfield Jesse Eisenberg Facebook movie
5. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
It was almost a pleasant surprise previous year, when Bruno Delbonnel was nominated for sixth Potter for cinematography. This time again, Potter shows its true colors with new DOP Eduardo Serra, who has shot the film with naturalistic tone, stark-spectacular landscapes and some great camera techniques. See it yourself-



ALSO IN RACE
Along with above films, these films may also make their way into the Oscars:-
6. 127 Hours - Anthony Dod Mantle and Enrique Chediak's deserted but beautiful wide angled shot 127 Hours is a serious contender for this year's Oscars.
7. Shutter Island - Although the buzz for Seresin's this thriller has died down, Robert Richardson's photography should never be under-considered.
8. The King's Speech - Danny Cohen has never got any huge success in terms of Awards (except for a nod for Primetime Emmy), he might just get his first glory this year, because of The King's Speech's big buzz for Oscars.

UNLIKELY, BUT CONTENDERS
Here are some unlikely contenders but who may get a nod in the final place. At #9 is 'The Way Back' which is beautifully shot film, and #10 is 'Never Let Me Go'.



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