Oscar Blitz 2023 – Sound

Creating a compelling sound profile is a tricky task. No matter how many times we have to hear Nicole Kidman gush about the idea of "sound that I can feel," ideally that's not what you want to go for. You certainly want your audience to have an enjoyable experience, and sometimes the sensation that you're … Continue reading Oscar Blitz 2023 – Sound →

Oscar Gold 2021 – Visual Effects

I mentioned this briefly last year when discussing this category - specifically the abomination that was the Lion King remake. I think the eligibility rules for Visual Effects need to be updated. Currently, the Academy's rules simply state that the criteria for the category are quote, "consideration of the contribution the visual effects make to … Continue reading Oscar Gold 2021 – Visual Effects →