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Oscar 2020 Chat

February 10, 2020 By kimwheeler 11 Comments

It’s that time again friends. Grab a latte and let’s dish on all things Oscar!! I have to say I wasn’t so excited about this Oscars because the film selections seem less exciting every year. That said I did love Judy, Little Women, 1917, and Ford vs. Ferarri and sort of Jojo Rabbit. I have yet to see Harriet or Parasite and a few others. I don’t do violent films like The Joker. Still it’s always good fun to watch the show and have some frivolous stuff to get worked up about with the past few weeks of politics right?

The kick off with Janelle Monae was exuberant. This gal is so talented. Here she is with Billy Porter.

Let me just start by saying the Red Carpet pre-show by ABC sucked. Billy Porter and the other gal, Lilly Aldridge were just awful interviewers, and Billy, dressed to the nines himself, knew squat about clothes. He didn’t know what a peplum was or what to call ruffles and called Billy Eilish’s Chanel outfit with a zillion CCs a Gucci, so the man needs to be reassigned to the after-parties or something. I suppose I should have changed over to the E channel for the pre-show, but I am not sure what’s up over there now without the Fashion Police. Things are very PC now and it’s kind of boring. You could tell the interviewers were so careful not to ask who the designers were and focus on the actor’s accomplishments, but on the red carpet we really want the fabulous fashion facts, no?

The show felt like it lacked continuity without a presenter. It also was missing some lightness and humor that comes with a spot of comic relief. Chris Rock and Steve Martin, came out in the beginning, should have done the whole show. Thanks to no presenters, many of the musicians weren’t even introduced at points and no names appeared on screen, so it was odd. I had no idea who some folks were. Did anyone else feel that too?

One cute thing was a song with all those who voiced Elsa in film versions around the world, which was original and a treat. Eminem also made a surprise performance. The musical parts were all exceptional I thought.

Other good moment were when Diane Keaton and Keanu Reeves rekindled their onscreen flirtation from Something’s Gotta Give. She was authentically Diane in her checked ensemble. I loved her black rings and nails. He is ADORABLE as ever… and likes older gals. Could this be sequel? I know a lot of people who would see another Nancy Myers’ film with them!

I was glad to see Renee Zellweger win for Best Actress. The Judy movie was one of the best I have seen in the last year and she really was fantastic. Her singing was very good and I’m surprised they didn’t have her sing one of Judy’s songs from the film.

I loved her simple elegant look.

My favorite look was Penelope Cruz in vintage Chanel!! She looks amazing close up so natural. This dress had pockets. This spot where they take pics is overlit and they all look better in the actual theatre.

Spanish actress Penelope Cruz arrives for the 92nd Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California on February 9, 2020. (Photo by Robyn Beck / AFP) (Photo by ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images)

With Salma Hayek, also lovely.

Other favorites for me were Brie Larson… This was Celine.

I like this trend of almost naked makeup and less or no jewelry. Gorgeous up close.

I also thought Regina King was beautiful. Loved this dress.

Charlize in Dior was stunning.

Cynthia Erivo’s dress was also really special. This woman is so darn talented starring as Harriet Tubman and she sang the most beautiful song from the film last night. I had no idea about her and I can’t wait to see Harriet.

Zazie Beetz dress was shorter, but I love this look!

Caitriona Balfe was in Ford vs. Ferrari, but I know her from Outlander so I was thrilled to see her on the Red Carpet. Her fashion sense is very dramatic and this was Valentino. Loved it. Are any of you Outlander fans? I can’t wait for the new season next week!

Brad Pitt…So happy to see him get an Oscar for acting. He’s like an old boyfriend you haven’t seen for ages, but darn, still appealing. I think he’s coming into his own. I like his look here- totally Brad, no artifice there.

Mindy Kaling really lovely in this gorgeous yellow. This necklace was a real one from the Ocean’s movie. She had an armed guard stay outside of her home last night to protect it. She didn’t want to know its real value (in the millions), as she said she’d be too nervous wearing it.

Geena Davis – another cool dress with pockets. Geena received the humanitarian award as she is the founder of the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media which works to avoid gender bias and stereotypes of female characters aimed at kids. (Wow. ) She also works at the United Nations and was a chair on the California Commission on the status of women. That’s just a little of what she does!

I thought this gold frock on Scottish writer Krysty Wilson-Cairns, who wrote the screenplay for 1917, was beautiful.

Mark Ruffalo and his wife Sunrise Coigney make a elegant couple. I adore Mark and all he does for climate change. You can follow Mark here on Instagram.

I think Rebel Wilson was great in Jojo Rabbit and I liked this old Hollywood look so much on her.

Not sure this was her best look, but the green on Greta Gerwig’s gown is very pretty. I would have gone with no necklace here and some long dark gloves and drop earrings.

Janelle Monae in a specially made Ralph Lauren. Up close this was amazing.

I just adore this gal Beanie Feldstein from Booksmart so much. She looks cute.

Gal Godot’s Givenchy gown was dreamy. I don’t think it needed the necklace at all.

Natalie Portman’s gown had a cape with the name of those women director’s who were not nominated embroidered on the trim.

Best Actress winner Laura Dern with her mom Diane Ladd. Sweet. I have to see the Marriage Story too. I’m really behind.

Jane Fonda killing it at 82. This woman just keeps going and is currently a climate warrior. Her life revolves around fixing climate change now according to an article in the new Vogue. So inspiring.

These two dapper guys, George MacKay and Dean-Charles Chapman were the stars of 1917 and what a film. Please see it if you haven’t. They both should have been nominated.

This little gal, Julia Butters was in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. I have to say this would be my childhood dream outfit! Very cute.

Some other took fashion risks and I’m not sure they worked..

Florence Pugh from Little Women. Not loving the belt and the matching shoes. Too Bridemaidly to me. Color was beautiful. Hair and makeup were pretty.

Hmm. All I am going to say is Billy Eilish is 18 and appears so. Are these nasty fake nails going away anytime soon? I’m so over that trend.

Kristin Wiig took some serious fashion risks with this and with her short do I think it looked pretty cool.

Olivia Colman is lovely, but not sure this was the most flattering dress. I like her new hair though!

Margo Robbie was in a beautiful Chanel that I would like to see it without the arm bits. I think her dark roots and the extreme makeup keep giving her a harsh almost scary look that reminds me of her superhero films. Love to see a softer side of her. I still have to see Bombshell. Her performance is supposed to be great.

Saoirse Ronan.. What is this? Looks like a bad idea. Cute hair and makeup.

Lucy Boynton in what appears to be Chanel, but it’s just frumpy to be honest. The top does not fit right.

Rooney Mara..It’s odd, but sort of pretty. It works on the right person who is probably her.

Scarlett’s hair and makeup were beautiful. This gown was the loveliest shade, but it almost looked like it was going to fall off her chest from the side which bothered me. Fit may have been an issue.

Timothee Chalamet’s suit was different. He like to take chances and he’s young. What did you think? People said he looked like the car valet.

Big trends of the evening were less necklaces more bare necks and large earrings, or nothing at all. Rings were having a moment especially oversized cocktail versions worn on the forefinger as Caitriona is here..

Other looks that were popular were slicked back hair into knots or sleek looks. I love Spike Lee’s wife Tonya Lewis Lee’s simple chic hair and makeup. Her dress was gorgeous too.

Minimal makeup or neutrals like on Brie here.

Gleamy skin as seen on Renee, looked fresh. That’s a highlighter on cheekbones, jawlines and collarbones she is wearing. The Glossier highlighter is my favorite for this over a powdered face to get a little natural sheen.

When a necklace was worn, it was large. Zazie Beetz was a standout in the beauty department with her natural hair and makeup and sported a stunning necklace with her simple dress.

This was finished at 2 a.m. so I hope there aren’t too many errors!

Okay friends let’s hear what you all think. Feel free to tell me I’m wrong on any of these opinions and who I may have missed mentioning. And what are your thoughts about the show?

x Kim

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  1. Lorna says

    February 10, 2020 at 12:01 pm

    Yes, I am a big Outlander fan and can’t wait for season 5 to start. Watched JoJo Rabbit last Saturday. I wasn’t sure how to react at first but I ended up liking it.
    Oh well, Brad is Brad. I’ve had a crush on him since Thelma and Louise came out. Seems like ages ago. He was in Malta a few times during the filming of Troy and World War Z.
    I enjoyed reading your thoughts about the Oscars. It’s always a big event.

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    • kimwheeler says

      February 10, 2020 at 2:31 pm

      Lorna, I love Outlander! Best actors and show ever. I liked Jojo and the acting, really different. I think it has a good message, but I still have issues with the Nazis I guess. It was a bit shocking, but it’s meant to make you think about hate and judging. Brad he just looked darn cute. Did you get to see him in Malta? Thanks Lorna for chiming in here! xx

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  2. DaniBP says

    February 10, 2020 at 1:39 pm

    Love your Oscar posts Kim and I was thrilled to see this on this Monday morning!
    We were at a dinner party last night and missed the Oscars, although I did see Parasite win for foreign language film when we got home… but then they won best picture as well which surprised me! I was shocked by the movie Parasite when I saw it and had nightmares for days. My favourite movie was 1917 I thought it was a masterpiece.
    These looks I’m so happy to see as I missed the red carpet completely. Penelope Cruz wore my favourite dress for sure. Also the actress from Outlander, and yes me too I love watching that show, can’t wait for the new season!
    Rooney Mara always looks so scary. I didn’t know she and Joaquin Phoenix were a couple? I’m with you I won’t be seeing Joker I would have nightmares for weeks.
    Have a great week Kim xxx

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    • kimwheeler says

      February 10, 2020 at 2:26 pm

      Dani, So happy to have you chat here. Good to know about Parasite- I don’t think I could see it. The cast and director sure were sweet. Amazing how they swept the awards. I agree so much about 1917. It just was truly a work of art. The cinematography alone was wonderful with the long shots, but the story really got to me. I’m glad you’re an Outlander fan too. Isn’t it great? My husband teases me I want to go back through the stones…LOL! Rooney Mara dated Joaquin? Interesting. Dani so glad to hear your thoughts here! xo

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  3. LA CONTESSA says

    February 10, 2020 at 4:07 pm

    I LOVED THE SHOW but missed the end due to SON and his Girlfriend showing up for DINNER!
    I MISSED JANE FONDA and RENEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Good point about NO NAMES as when the RAPPER came on I looked at THE ITALIAN and said WHO IS THIS?!!!
    The women who sang were AWESOME…………..
    THE duo from it was COMPLICATED were VERY funny but I was burning UP just looking at HER!SHE HAD TWO COATS ON!!!!!
    I thought the speeches were lovely with the exception of one…….just DUMB.
    LOVED THE THEME TO THE MOTHERS OUT THERE!!!
    MADE ME FEEL LOVED!
    I have not seen One of these MOVIES SO hurry up NETFLICKS!
    YOU nailed it on the outfits……………
    GREAT REVIEW MRS. KIM……………maybe you can Interview and or HOST NEXT YEAR!!!!
    YOU know you would have THE BLOG TEAM CHEERING YOU ON!!!!
    XOXO

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  4. Antydi says

    February 10, 2020 at 4:21 pm

    Love this first green velvet dress with the overlay on the brunette. I don’t know who she is, but I adore this dress! 💕💕💕💕 sorlegant & different & the color is perfection her.

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    • kimwheeler says

      February 10, 2020 at 9:12 pm

      That is Natalie Portman and she is in another photo on this post too. Lovely dress and her cape had the names of the women shut out from the Oscars this year- directors and others.

      Reply
  5. Diana Amato says

    February 11, 2020 at 4:25 pm

    I am happy that you recounted this year’s evening at the Oscar’s! I was attending a wedding and missed it this year. I adore that Reese won for Judy! Well deserved, in my opinion.
    I have been binge watching Outlander lately. How in the World did I miss this series? Should I be embarrassed to admit I am only on Season 2? Loving every minute of it!!

    Great Post! Thank you 😊

    Diana Amato

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  6. Juliet says

    February 12, 2020 at 4:18 am

    Thank you for this post! I miss Fashion Police, particularly during the Joan Rivers, era and don’t believe there’s anything to replace it. I didn’t watch the broadcast. I’m not sure why but in the past few years I’ve been uninterested in the award shows and celebrity culture in general. I’m with you and don’t do scary or depressing movies. In fact, I rarely go to the movies … something I once loved and did almost every weekend. I do want to see Little Woman and look forward to it coming to television. There are many movies I’m excited about this year that may get me to the theater (and willing to endure the 30 minutes of unrelated previews). Top Gun and Emma come to mind. Anyhoo, back to the fashion … Renee Zellweger, Mindy Kaling and Geena Davis are my favorites from the looks you’ve shown. All three incredibly elegant. I would like to have seen some of the musical performances and will probably look them up on YouTube … apparently Eminem caused quite a stir. xo

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  7. Jen says

    February 12, 2020 at 1:50 pm

    Thank you for covering the highlights. I’ve gone from being a film festival junkie to hardly seeing anything so I skipped watching the awards. I love Penelope Cruz: so elegant. There were some lovely dresses there. Thanks for the great synopsis.

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  8. Sheila in SF says

    February 13, 2020 at 4:01 am

    Billie outfit not my favorite but she likes it. Selma and Penelope right on. Penelope’s dress was awesome. Didn’t like any of the dresses worn by little woman actresses. Agree that not having a host was a mistake. Rene was at her best in Judy. She was great in the role. Enjoyed your review.

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