Rewatching Oscar

Well ... the nominations our out!  Yes, it's one of those great times of the year in the cinema calendar. Time to analyze all the films that recieved an Oscar nomination for the 98th Annual Academy Awards which will be televised live on March 15th, 2026.  But on Thursday, January 22nd history was made. The great film Sinners did something that no other film in history has done.  It received a whopping 16 Oscar nominations ... two more than any other film had previously garnered. But that is not all that happened.  Listen to film critic Jack Ferdman's take on not only Sinners, but ALL the categories and ALL the films, including those that were snubbed.  
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In this episode of Rewatching Oscar, I dive into one of the greatest films ever made about the theatre, stardom, and the razor-sharp ambition lurking behind the curtain: All About Eve. Released in 1950 and starring the legendary Bette Davis, Anne Baxter, George Sanders, Celeste Holm, and Thelma Ritter, this Oscar-winning classic isn't just a masterclass in acting—it's a biting, witty, and surprisingly timeless take on fame, friendship, manipulation, and power.
We’ll explore the film’s iconic performances, the brilliance of Joseph L. Mankiewicz’s script, the unforgettable character arcs of Margo and Eve, and the film’s lasting impact on pop culture. From the razor-sharp dialogue to that haunting, cyclical ending—this episode covers it all. I even spotlight a few of my favourite scenes (with audio clips!) and break down how this film still resonates in today’s celebrity-obsessed world. 
Looking back, was it deserving of the Best Picture Oscar for 1950? Listen and find out what film critic Jack Ferdman thinks, and which film he chooses for his Rewatch Oscar of that year.
So fasten your seatbelts—it’s going to be a bumpy night on Rewatching Oscar! Download, listen, and share ALL Rewatching  Oscar episodes.

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Green Book (2018) at first glance seems like a twist ... a retelling of another Best Picture winner ... Driving Miss Daisy.  It's not. This movie is mostly about the connection between two men from different worlds who learn to understand each other during a road trip.  It's a very entertaining film ... but looking back, did the Academy get it right and award the right film the top award at the Oscars 
Listen to film critic Jack Ferdman's take on it as he analyzes everything about Green Book as well as many other films from that year, and hear which film he gives his Rewatch Oscar of 2018?

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There are many classics that went on to take home the top prize at the Oscars.  And there are those that, well ... let's just say that we still shake our heads why certain films got on the Academy voters' good graces in such a way that they were chosen as Best Picture of that year.  At the fourth Academy Awards ceremony, Cimarron was selected as the best film.  However, after almost a century later the question isn't really if it deserved it, the question is "how could that have happened?"  Well, this Wesley Ruggles epic does have the scope and the stars to at least attempt to justify its win.  The writing, technical aspects, and the acting say otherwise. 
Listen to film critic Jack Ferdman's take on it as he evaluates everything that has to do with Cimarron, as well as many other films from that year, and hear which film he gives his Rewatch Oscar of 1930.

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A Man For All Seasons is a film about integrity and morality. Standing up against authoritarian that feels very relevant with what is happening tody in 2025.  The performance of Paul Scofield as Sir Thomas More is nothing short of brilliant. And with an incredibly written and thoughtfully paced script, as well as perfect direction by Fred Zinnemann, make this movie truly special.  
Listen to film critic Jack Ferdman's take on it as he analyzes everything about A Man For All Seasons as well as many other films from that year, and hear which film he gives his Rewatch Oscar of 1966.

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