Oscars 2018 – Academy Awards Predictions

Could we expect a night of predictability or one of surprises?

As with any type of programming, the events set to occur are roughly planned out. Such is the case for the Academy Awards. The predictability of what audiences have come to expect is almost routine. Without a doubt, we are bound to be presented with a dazzling showcase of celebrities in beautiful gowns and tailor-made suits.

Fans from across the globe wait with bated breath as their favourite celebrities grace the red carpet with their presence accompanied by escorts such as their spouses, significant others or even parents and children.

For the most part despite the predictability of the pre-show festivities bring an air of excitement into the air. After all, it’s impossible to know which A-lister is going to be given the honour of attending, who they’ll be with and what they’ll be wearing.

Most likely winners and maybes

Without a doubt, only the best of the best movies, directors, celebrities and everyone else responsible for making the movie a masterpiece, are lucky enough to snag a nomination. However, there’s always going to be one contender whose risen to such esteem that they are no longer recognized as simply being the nominee, but an obvious winner as well.

Best Picture

After taking a look at the contenders for one of the greatest honours of the evening. It seems to be a pretty fair prediction that Call Me By Your Name could indeed take home the prize. This decision shouldn’t come as a surprise given the high numbers it reached the box office and ever-growing fan base it’s established. If this is indeed the case it doesn’t look too good for The Post despite the amount of publicity it’s generated.

Nevertheless, one fact that can’t be denied is, The Post has the great Steven Spielberg on their side. It’s impossible to deny the fact that the blockbusters he’s created are known for coming away with a bountiful array of awards.

At the end of the night, it could indeed be a toss-up.

Best Actor

Without a doubt, the race for best actor is clearly going to be neck and neck with competitors such as Tom Hanks, Daniel Day-Lewis and Denzel Washington just to name a few competing for the prize. Nevertheless, word has it another actor whose credentials match theirs may actually come away with the prize, Gary Oldman.

Even though Gary Oldman may be up against a pretty stiff competition it may be the many elements of his portrayal of Winston Churchill in the blockbuster hit Darkest Hour which wins him the award. After all, this movie seems to contain everything Oscar worthy.

From the heart-stopping scenes and powerful speeches, which gave Oldman the chance to shine. Clearly, the prize was is in the bag. Unless of course, we’re in for a few surprises and the award goes to newcomers such as Daniel Kaluuya.

Something which could truly be shocking is if the winner ends up being James Franco given the fact that he now faces allegations of sexual misconduct.

Best Actress

This is another category that could be a tough call. An obvious winner would probably be Meryl Streep for her portrayal of Kay Graham in the Post. Given her track record and other A-listers involved in the film. This outcome to indeed be a given.

Nevertheless, it’s hard to ignore the other actresses she’s up against who could get their moment in the spotlight. These ladies are hardly novices to hit movies or high esteem recognition in the film industry. These ladies or everything that echoes everything positive about Hollywood, Kate Winslet, Emma Stone Michelle Williams.

Or perhaps it could go to a newcomer such as Margot Robbie or Jessica Chastain?

Best Director

With no official list of contenders being released perhaps making a high chance prediction may be rather difficult.

However, what if that wasn’t the case?

After all the nominees are up against one of the greats, Steven Spielberg who track record is a plethora of not only nominations but winnings. His very name echoes quality and a hit. Could this turn the tide in favour of The Post? If Spielberg ends up taking the prize this could certainly be a possibility.

Predictability is hardly a bad thing

No one can say that the more predictable winners haven’t earned the right to steal the show.  However, one thing is clear in recent times Hollywood has truly shown moments which have shocked even the biggest players deep within the industry.

There’s always a chance that the outcome of the evening may shock everyone.

 

Mary Thompson