No Red Carpet Brangelina at the Oscars
Assuming that the Oscars don’t end up a giant flop of a press conference like the Golden Globes were due to the writers’ strike (even Jon Stewart, slated to host this year again - yay! - has stated he will not cross the picket lines), and assuming that we do indeed get the full-blown Oscars ceremony this year, we’ll likely not be seeing Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie on the Oscar red carpet this year.
Despite the fact that Globe nominees usually get an Oscar nod as well, Angelina Jolie was not nominated for her role in A Mighty Heart. Since Brad Pitt was not nominated for Jesse James either, both will likely stay home this year (unless they come in support of George Clooney). I would be very (pleasantly) surprised if they showed up at the ceremony since Angie had already said that she would be staying at home with her kids if the Oscars were canceled. Although many people who are not fans like to accuse the Jolie-Pitt family of being attention seekers, they do actually try to stay as low key as possible while balancing normal life, so there’s a good chance they’ll just stay home and hang out with the kids on the big day.
I would love to know the reasoning for her not being nominated after being nominated for the Golden Globe. Oh well, I’m not going to let myself be too disappointed since I bet Angelina herself was probably only mildly let down herself.
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64 opinions for No Red Carpet Brangelina at the Oscars
lori
Jan 22, 2008 at 11:20 am
I wanted her to be nominated and the film also. I think the message should be shared, A Mighty Heart was a very good film to me.
Guess Hollywood didn’t feel the same way and they are not a big fan of her any more. The film was sad but true to life. She did a good job. I am sure she did think she would be nominated and has to be disappointed!
susan
Jan 22, 2008 at 11:40 am
I know a lot of people were disappointed with the snub on the nod, but I think past years prove that a GG nod or even SAG nod does not necessarily ensure Oscar recognition. Cate Blanchett’s nod is what surprised me. I loved the first Elizabeth movie, but all in all I’ve heard this sequel was a poor film. A lot of people are saying Laura Linney popped out of nowhere. She is a fantastic actress (I haven’t seen her film, so I can’t comment on the performance). But it doesn’t really upset me- the Oscars are going to be quite gloomy if the writer’s strike continues anyway. So I think a lot of the actors will be having home Oscar parties!! If it’s settled, they may show up to support AOJJ nominee Casey Affleck (rather than Clooney). But I won’t cross my fingers for an official show.
cristine
Jan 22, 2008 at 11:56 am
sherry, i was just talking to my friend who is an angie fan too and both of us were so upset abt.her not being nominated! can you believe this? she did an amazing job in amh. her portrayal of marianne pearl was superb and most people esp.the critics are expecting her to be nominated! WOW! is this a CONSPIRACY? okey i just need to vent hopefully i’ll be fine later!
Neela
Jan 22, 2008 at 12:00 pm
Yeah, it is pretty disappointing that Angie was not nominated. James McAvoy wasn’t either. Oh well. This year just doesn’t seem so great for award ceremonies, what with the writer’s strike. Anyway, Angie has had several awards under her belt, and she’s still young, so she has even more to accomplish.
Carrie
Jan 22, 2008 at 12:12 pm
She really said she would stay home (with the kids) if not nominated?
gena
Jan 22, 2008 at 12:18 pm
GUYS REMEMBER WHO IS IN THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, SHE IS STILL FUMING OVER ANGIE. WE ALL KNOW ANGIE IS THE BEST,SO JUST KEEP HER IN YOUR HEART.I LOVE HER SO VERY MUCH.
Sherry
Jan 22, 2008 at 12:25 pm
Carrie - No she didn’t. If you re-read what I wrote, she said that if the entire award ceremony was canceled like the Globes were, she wouldn’t mind because she would just stay home and enjoy being with the kids.
ana
Jan 22, 2008 at 12:32 pm
I am sad that she was not nominated. She deserved it.
Carrie, she said she would stey at home if the strike goes on, not if she was not nomimated. But, why would she go if not nominated? People only go if they are nominated, or if they are presenting - Oscar parties are different, that’s were lots of actors and celebrities go, but not the ceremony itself.
gena, I hope you don’t think J.Aniston has any influence over this. She is one of the, I think, more than 2000 members who vote. For nominations only actors vote for actors ( costimographers for cosstimographers, etc.), for awards everyone votes for everyone.
Evelyn luvs the pitts
Jan 22, 2008 at 12:50 pm
I was wondering since Oprah & Jennifer on the board of directors did they have something to do with her not being nominated???I am soooo bummed out .
Sherry
Jan 22, 2008 at 12:58 pm
Evelyn - I think it’s an absolute shame that Angelina wasn’t nominated but I really don’t think it was any kind of mass conspiracy. I think it was nothing more than an unfortunate oversight. Every single year there is some actor/actress/movie that is not nominated even though everyone expects one, and there’s always a shocked outrage about it. This is one of the shocks this year, but it’s highly unlikely that it was some sort of blackballed effect where one lone person could rile up everyone else.
Chris
Jan 22, 2008 at 1:00 pm
I was so disappointed Angie was not nominated for AMH. It was a superb performance.
I will be watching the Independent Spirit Awards this year instead. She seemed to be more excited about those than the Oscars anyway.
Phoebe
Jan 22, 2008 at 1:11 pm
Gena and Evelyn - grow up. Oprah and Jennifer are mature and professionals, they would not let (EVENTUAL) personal feelings be a part of it.
but Jesse James was nominated was it? maybe they´ll come for that.
AF
Jan 22, 2008 at 1:23 pm
I’m very, very tempted to boycott the Oscars this year- whether or not the writers’ strike is over. I do love Jon Stewart though. I think Angelina was snubbed by the Academy. Her performance in “A Mighty Heart” was hailed by many critics.
Carrie
Jan 22, 2008 at 1:31 pm
Oh, good. I didn’t think she would say that.
I think the release of this film was sort of mismanaged for Oscar positioning. I also read somewhere that they thought the powers who are would also be concerned with the pro-Muslim bent of the movie, unfortunately.
I’m very suprised the police chief in MH wasn’t nominated for best supporting actor.
Carrie
Jan 22, 2008 at 1:32 pm
Are we reading anything in the mainstream media that says this is political or a snub by specific people?
Shannon
Jan 22, 2008 at 1:35 pm
I too agree that Angie was robbed… she definitely should have been on the Best Actress list. Many industry insiders are saying that she was overlooked, because her film “A Mighty Heart” came out far too early in the year (in June) instead of coming out when most Oscar nominated films do… around September or later, thus not putting her on the minds of the voters.
It’s strange though, as she has been nominated for this category in every other awards show thus far (as far as I know). The big surprise was Ruby Dee (whom no one had talked about getting nominated) and Cate Blanchett could have been left off, since she was nominated for Best Supporting Actress (and is the front runner to win in this category), which would then likely have allowed Angelina’s name to be on the list. Alas, what can one do?
Shannon
Jan 22, 2008 at 1:37 pm
Oops, I put Ruby Dee’s name in the wrong category… it was Laura Linney that was the final actress that was in the Best Actress category (she was somewhat expected)… although regarding Ruby Dee, her name was still unexpected in the Supporting Actress category, but good for her nonetheless.
janine
Jan 22, 2008 at 1:52 pm
I really hope the oscars are not cancelled even w/o brad & angie, b/c there are several really stellar, different movies and actor nominated. It really seems to be different than the usual types of movies nominated.
hala
Jan 22, 2008 at 2:07 pm
nooo……im realy realy angry at the oscars nomenee…boooooo to the oscars
BlessBrangelina
Jan 22, 2008 at 2:18 pm
Well am sorry Sherry, but I also believe that the two new additions to the committee had something to do with this.
People underestimate 1)the underhanded way she acts with malice; 2) the way people have been sucked in by her “poor me” act. They go to lengths to make her feel better. You just have to read mags (not tabs) who are now talking about her/including her in situations/groups she has no business being in. Allure speaks about her in the same breath as Halle & Reese….c’mon. Despite the fact that now she says “don’t pity me”, it’s too late. She made sure they always will.
On tv she is included in the montage in the midst of bonafide A list actors. People/journalist still get upset on her behalf. So please don’t get annoyed if I believe she had something to do with this.
There will be no outrage/outcry at lack of nomination because they are all secretly happy that she lost something.
Her performance in AMH was beyond incredible, all those in the know agreed. So even if she was not going to win she should have been nominated.
Joy
Jan 22, 2008 at 2:38 pm
I had a feeling this would happen, but you know what, this goes to show how ignorant they are. If Jen and Oprah had anything to do with this w/c does not surprise me, it’s not a big loss to Angie and Brad, at least they would have more time to be with the kids and Angie has more awards that those who are nominated. At least I don’t have to waste my time watching the awards show. It’s so funny that Oprah and Jen clicked, they both have some difficulty looking for a man. To me, as long as Brad, Angie and the kids are doing fine and in good health, I’m happy and contented and if people can’t stand seeing them loving and affectionate towards each other, well they can eat their hearts out.
Neela
Jan 22, 2008 at 2:52 pm
It’s okay to be upset. I’m disappointed, too. But I don’t think there is any big conspiracy either; that is too black & white. To me, it seems the Oscars have always been unpredictable with their nominees; they’ve never really taken a cue from the Golden Globes, which in itself has a dubious history & operation. A documentary on the Golden Globes was shown a few years ago on TRIO, and it really put into question the GG’s respectability. I’m not saying though that Angie didn’t deserve her wins and nominations from the GG’s; moreover, her recognition from the other award ceremonies (including the Oscars) is pretty much a testament to her talent. But let’s remember, there a lot of people who participate in the voting process of the Oscars. Oprah may be powerful and Jennifer Aniston America’s Sweetheart, but I doubt they’d have exercised that kind of influence over the Oscar voters. I’m sure the process is much more tedious than we, the general public, are aware of.
Critics know that Angie’s performance was spectacular, and the majority of the people who had seen AMH will agree. Let’s just be happy that Angie’s career continues to thrive.
And again, the writer’s strike might still be hovering by the time Oscar night comes; the glimmer of awards season is a bit dim because of the strike.
irem
Jan 22, 2008 at 3:03 pm
I am so much , SO MUCH dissapointed!!! I can’t believe!!! I can’t say any other word than ‘ shame on them who has a part in this’ These people are really against our angie now I believe it. But yess WE all know that SHE’S THE BEST!!! I hope oscars get canceled. Right now I have no intention to watch the ceremony and probably I won’t…
irem
Jan 22, 2008 at 3:03 pm
I am so much , SO MUCH dissapointed!!! I can’t believe!!! I can’t say any other word than ‘ shame on them who has a part in this’ These people are really against our angie now I believe it. But yess WE all know that SHE’S THE BEST!!! I hope oscars get canceled. Right now I have no intention to watch the ceremony and probably I won’t… I am so upset…:(((((((
Janie
Jan 22, 2008 at 3:07 pm
As a true supporter of Angelina Jolie and her talent and as truly disappointed that she did not receive a deserved nomination, (as noted not just by her fans), let’s keep this in perspective. Not getting a nomination for an award did not change her life, her health, or most importantly, her relationship with Brad and her family. What is truly important to her is still intact.
Though we are searching for reasons, I am not one to buy into those two above persons keeping this from her. Angelina is not the only snub that has been noted, just the most obvious to us her fans. Sean Penn and his film, the actors from Atonement and a few others also did not get nominated, and I am not sure why.
What this group does seem to have in common is a dislike for the politics of the campaign for the nomination and award.
The release date is not a factor as Julie Christie’s film was released at exactly the same time and probabaly got seen by the same number of people. However, politics of another kind may be what really hurt her chances. This film reminded too many people of a very painful time in history and US politics at the time as well. It showed people from all walks of life and religions working together, which probably sent people over the edge. The government in Pakistan is a friend of the US government and it was not portrayed very well.
As much as we hear about “liberal” Hollywood, this type of thing shows it to be the opposite. Another reason Sean Penn might have been snubbed. His politics are pretty out there. This is the same group that did not award Brokeback Mountain a best picture Oscar mostly because of subject matter. The heads of studios and the others in charge are notoriously conservative and this film really scared them to death. Too heavy.
All of that being said:
SHE WAS ROBBED!!!!!
Sophia
Jan 22, 2008 at 3:16 pm
I don´t know why everyone is so upset about her non-nomination. As Sherry already pointed out, AJ is probably not very upset about it. In fact, I believe she doesn´t care at all. She is not really that much into acting; it´s her job. She cares about being a humanitarian, and acting is her work, giving her the possibility to earn a LOT of money and lead the lifestyle she leads plus donate LOTS of money.
And I am really fed up that Jennifer Aniston is pulled into all this again. Sherry, could you please try and stop this? As I said before, I especially went into a Jennifer Aniston site, and there was no mention of Brad or Angie, it was very calm. I was ashamed at how hateful some Brangelina fans can get (not on this site, thankfully, but on JJ for example). I don´t even know where all these conspiracy theories come from. Remember Brad was together with her for seven years, and loved her very much. I don´t think either he nor Angelina Jolie would like this hatred.
Evelyn luvs the pitts
Jan 22, 2008 at 3:30 pm
I am sorry i did not mean to start any conspiracy theorys. But i can not help but belive Oprah & Jen had something to do with it.Sorry that is my opinon. Nevertheless i will not be watching the oscars this year.
Loren
Jan 22, 2008 at 3:35 pm
I am looking to the future; Angelina has accomplished so much already and she’s still young. Its only a year since she lost her mother. She may have that upper most in her thoughts. This is only an award nomination and she already has many awards! She is pretty much set as far as awards are concerned in her case she can only get another one. She is already an academy, golden globe, and sag, etc. winner, which is remarkable in itself. I do hope they have the awards and that the strike is resolved, people are suffering, These events may seem frivolous to those of us watching. However, they provide the means to generate income for many. People have rent to pay. I will miss them on the RC but that’s just my own selfishness. I love to see them on the RC.
Geo
Jan 22, 2008 at 4:00 pm
Did you hear? Heath Ledger died.
Loren
Jan 22, 2008 at 4:04 pm
Evelyn luvs the pitts
Its ok Evelyn, I am sure when her time to win comes again, she will. I also don’t believe that any “one” person is so powerful anyway. Besides all the people mentioned in the conspiracy have a lot to do right through here. Oprah for one, has the school, her endorsement of Senator Obama, her TV network OWN, etc… There isn’t enough time in any of these people’s lives to block AJ or anyone for that matter, from anything. There are
opportunities for award nominations this year and in the years to come. God bless Angelina, Brad and their precious children always.
Phoebe
Jan 22, 2008 at 4:09 pm
Bravo Sophia i couldn´t have said it better!
Angie herself said that she was most worried aout Mariannes reaction and she did this for Marianne and her son. i am sure she would be very upset about the untenable conspiracy theory some of you are referring to. BTW there are about a hundred people sitting in this jury.
Jennifer and Brangelina have moved on and it´s sad that some of you can´t. i visited a Jensite too today and many of them were also quite sad about the non-nomination of AMH. they seem to have more dignity than some on here.
Loren
Jan 22, 2008 at 4:11 pm
Geo
Jan 22, 2008 at 4:00 pm
Did you hear? Heath Ledger died.
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I am hearing now, this is so sad and it is exactly what I am talking about. We all have a lot to be thankful for. My condolences to the family.
quiet no more
Jan 22, 2008 at 4:54 pm
its surprising that she was nominated foralmost every award including a NCAA award which is normally only given to a woman of color and not the oscar.
I dont think theres a conspiracy. but it saddens me that this movie has not been seen or talked about as well as Jesse James… the cinematography in that film was incredible and brad performance was also amazing..
this movie season proved to be fruitful somany roles to pick from and amazing performances by most. itll be likely that Julie Christie will win the award anyhow but so sad we wont be seeing brad and angie at the awards all glammed up
Neela
Jan 22, 2008 at 4:55 pm
Yeah, I agree with Sophia. JA doesn’t need to be dragged into this. However, I don’g agree with the claim that Angie’s not into acting. This is the second time someone has claimed this, but I just don’t see it. Unless maybe Angie herself said it??? I don’t always follow her interviews. But from watching the roundtable, she made it clear that acting is a way for her to communicate, it’s a form expression for her. And if it were merely a job, I don’t think she could have delivered the kind of performance in the roles that garnered her praise. However, I just don’t think acting is her primary concern in her long list of roles. But it’s true, acting does allow her to make money to help her humanitarian causes and to provide a wonderful lifestyle for her family.
Heh, and to be fair, I think that many Angie and JA fans are extreme either way. I saw it all the time at the IMDB message boards, which is the reason why I stopped visiting the message board for Angie on that site. Also the same reason why I never read the comments on JustJared—people, at the their worst, have posted racist remarks against Zahara & Maddox. As I’ve said, I’ve nothing against JA, but some fans of either celebrity do display the same kind of hatred. Perez actually posted on his site a JA fan’s email to him—it was a homophobic ranting and hateful tripe against Angelina. Apparently, the email was sent by an employee from Menorah Park, a senior living facility. Of course, someone else could have hacked into an innocent person’s account to send to Perez, but still someone out there was abominable enough to send an insane rant about Angelina and in the process, insult the gay community. Also, I lurk at the jjb, and there is one user on there that is on everybody’s ignore list for a reason. So, I’m just saying, some fans of either AJ or JA can be extreme in their expressions—good or bad. I don’t think one group is more mature or more civil than the other. I like posting at SoulieJolie because no bashing of any celebrity or fellow poster is allowed on there, period. The administrators are very vigilant, and they will immediately shut down a thread if it happens, which was the case at one time when JA bashing occurred.
K, now I feel I’ve talked too much to make a point.
Anyway, it’s alright to be upset about the Oscar snub; that’s just how it is when people root for someone who did a magnificent performance, not to mention if that person is someone they truly admire. However, there needs to be a certain perspective and calmness here. I don’t think any of us have a concrete knowledge as to how the Oscars operate. I understand, people are just trying to find an explanation for the snub, but let’s find reassurance in Sherry’s post. Angie is probably not bothered by this. She is a mother, a lover, and a humanitarian first. An actress maybe second or third or 4th or whatever. :) It’s just good that she has her priorities straightened out.
Well, now, I am rooting for Julie Chrisite. I hope she wins.
Marilyn
Jan 22, 2008 at 5:31 pm
I am very disappointed that Angelina, Queen Latifah and Denzel Washington were not nominated for an Oscar. Angelina is a fantastic actor, and she raised the bar when she starred in A Mighty Heart.
dianad1968
Jan 22, 2008 at 5:50 pm
Re: the nominations, can anyone remember an actress or actor being nominated even if the film he/she was in did not get good reviews? The reason i am asking is because Cate Blanchett’s Elizabeth was more or less panned by the critics and here she is getting nominated. I just don’t understand that. That best actress nomination should have been Angie’s. Probably Hollywood really do think the JPs are too blessed.
Whatever the reason, i am sure Angie and Brad are not losing sleep over the snub.
anamanzana
Jan 22, 2008 at 7:24 pm
I mostly agree with Janie - except the last 2 lines. IMHO AJ was enriched by playing this role and her reward has been Marianne’s full acceptance…there is another award coming many years in the future…that of Adam’s acknowledgement of AJ & BP telling his father’s story. That is more beautiful than any red carpet or golden statue.
anamanzana
Jan 22, 2008 at 7:26 pm
Heath Ledger Rest In Peace - May your familly go through this sad, sad time with love & acceptance.
Passerby
Jan 22, 2008 at 8:34 pm
Disappointed. =[
But you know something, Angie won’t let this put her down and you know what it shouldn’t put us down either.
sarah
Jan 22, 2008 at 9:42 pm
I can’t stand E’s ted casablanca. On his gossip section he is sniping at angelina again. He is insinuating that angelina never had a chance at being nominated and that the voters thought it was a joke that she is even mentioned. Kathy bates in particular. He then says in his stupid language about her getting nominated is like britney being nominated for a grammy at this time in her life and implys something about being too tabloid exposed. This man really has a thing for angelina. Every chance he gets he manages to get a sly dig in. Kiera knightley was also not nominated but not a peep about her just angelina,it makes me so angry.
viva brangelina
Jan 22, 2008 at 10:33 pm
ITA with anamanzana. that’s the true award for ange. and as far as i know, angie is not the type of person who keeps awards on her drawer. she gave her awards’ statues to her late mom and her brother. i remember read it somewhere in one of her interviews.
and i also believe that angie doesn’t act for awards. she’s not that type. we, her big fans knows exactly who she is. i’m sure the way she’s doing her acting is the same with the way she’s doing with her charity: with heart. sincere. that’s who our angie is. and that’s why we love her, rite?
of course i’m disappointed too. but, hey! it’s not the end of the world for the jolie pitts.
as long as they still together and keep doing the good and right thing, i’m happy. and i believe, their good works will be pay off. if it’s not today, maybe tomorrow.
dianad1968
Jan 22, 2008 at 11:53 pm
I refuse to give that much power to Oprah and Aniston. I think the Oscar voters probably were not terribly interested in the subject matter for whatever reason. Their loss.
As for Angie, she has said over and over again that this movie was made not with B/O in mind and not for awards. The movie was made to show how people from different cultures and religions can come together for the common good, and primarily for Adam Pearl. There are people who are gloating about the apparent snub, but i am sure that Brad and Angie are not “sweating the small stuff”, and as they have said over and over again, Family is their #1 priority. As long as everyone is healthy and happy, it’s all good.
By the way the statement Angie made about spending the awards night with her family if the strike was not settled, she was answering a question about the Globes.
I have posted three comments today, and all are awaiting moderation. It really is becoming tedious.
naty
Jan 23, 2008 at 12:50 am
hey sherry, thanks for he update I know angie and im expecting it either angie or brad they will snub the nomination how good their acting is, they are not the favorites of the some members of the board esp. oprahhhh1! if aniston she will nnominate for sure !
AnIntelligentMind
Jan 23, 2008 at 5:21 am
I know that there is always someone left out.
Definitely disappointed and surprised neither Angelina nor the leads for Atonement were nominated
isacutie
Jan 23, 2008 at 6:29 am
Oh well, let’s face it. Any award given is subjective anyway, and not everyone will be happy with the choices. I’m really sad that Angie isn’t nominated, especially since she was really excellent in AMH, but then again, perhaps the Oscar people thought the other people more deserving. They haven’t always been very good at choosing winners. I’ve always thought that Gwyneth Paltrow’s win for Shakespeare in Love was undeserved, but I’m sure there are others who’ll dispute that.
Oh well, like Sherry said, Angie is probably only mildly disappointed, if she is at all. She did say that the important thing is that they got the movie made and the message was put out there. And this movie was very personal for her, so I don’t think she was really thinking Oscars or other awards when she did it anyway. Go, Angie!!!
Neela
Jan 23, 2008 at 9:36 am
Sarah, I never really paid attention to Ted Casablanca because I realized a long time ago that he’s never had any inside scoop and that he is a big joke. If he doesn’t like Angie, then, that’s his deal, but a possible nomination for her would not have been a joke (and certainly not akin to Britney being nominated for a Grammy—he was just trying to be harsh). Angie has already proven that she is a very good actress–she’s had awards and critics’ accolades. So, don’t let what Ted C. get to you.
susan
Jan 23, 2008 at 9:47 am
Well, let’s face it- there are idiots on both sides of the fan bases for AJ and JA. These are the same people who continue to obsess on a situation that has been long dead now for quite some time. All the conspiracy theories are quite laughable to me. Does anyone really believe that AJ, Brad, JA and Oprah (that one is even funnier) have nothing to do with their time but sit around and plot to bring down the other person? Come on, this is not the school playground. These people are adults and I am sure they’ve been over this topic for quite a long time! The fans and haters of both sides need to grow up and get out of fantasy land.
As to the awards, I think we all know many instances where Oscars have been awarded to actors for performances that were not deserving wins. It’s just how it operates and I have become so used to not agreeing that I have tuned it out. For me, if an actor is really an actor, then Oscar recognition should mean little to none to them. It should be how that role affects them and the pride they take in doing the best job possible portraying the character on screen. If someone actually picks roles based on Oscar potential, then they should just quit here and now and find a new profession.
So bravo to Brad and Angelina for their contributions to film this past year- Oscar lacking or not, I will still enjoy going to see their films. Forget the critics!! :-)
Neela
Jan 23, 2008 at 9:52 am
Sarah, if it makes you feel better, Richard Roeper (of Ebert & Roeper) thinks Angelina is very much deserving of an award nomination. Here’s the article: http://www.suntimes.com/news/roeper/754064,CST-NWS-roep23.article
So, pay no mind to Ted C. The guy is a gossip columnist, not a movie buff.
Liz
Jan 23, 2008 at 11:08 am
I’m soooo disappointed period.
gema
Jan 23, 2008 at 12:00 pm
Bad for Fans who wants to see Brangelina in Red Carpet, perhaps receive a special invitation to assist that night. Seriously, I wish they were there cause their attractive personality.
anamanzana
Jan 23, 2008 at 12:52 pm
Thanks VivaBrangelina!!!
Eva
Jan 23, 2008 at 4:23 pm
Can’t believe she’s not nominated for A Mighty Heart…c’mon..maybe it didn’t make tons and tons of money but Angelina did a great job on that! I mean, when I was watching it, I really didn’t think it was her in there, she looked, sounded, acted and portrayed another person really really well…so to the Oscar panel who did not included her..I say….The Hell with you all…boo to the Oscars..I’d be popping another Tomb Raider DVD while your show is on.
Revenge is Sweet ;)
dianad1968
Jan 23, 2008 at 5:25 pm
Neela, thank you for the link. That was the point i was making. The movie “Elizabeth” got panned, royally, and yet Cate Blanchett is nominated for a best actress. What relevance does a character based on a monarch who ruled ceturies ago have in the world today? AMH serves a purpose, and Angie did such a magnificent job with the role. If, (and that’s a big if, because lets face it, a gossip columnist is reporting it) as someone mentioned above, Kathy Bates did make derogatory comments about the role, then Shame On Her. What they fail to realise is that god’s willing, Angie is still young, and has a lot of acting left in her, if she so chooses. And Brad and her will go on living their lives with their adorable children.
cheryl
Jan 24, 2008 at 7:51 am
she was robbed!! the oscars are political and do pander to powerful members of the board.i think oprah probably can be petty. i also will not be watching
BlessBrangelina
Jan 24, 2008 at 2:50 pm
Sophia &(Phoebe),
Like I said people are blinded by this woman. You believe her fans show dignity??? Are you deliberately forgetting the ones who insult and wished harm on innocent children??
If you visited JJ then you know that the JA ?fans always disrupt the new threads about B&A. It then becomes a tit for tat situation. I don’t visit there that often because of these squabbles. SO for you to say it’s just B&A fans who disrupt JJ shows your bias, big time; and therefore your opinions are suspect.
You are entitled to your belief that JA is beyond reproach and am entitled to mine that she is not.
Phoebe
Jan 24, 2008 at 3:02 pm
i never visit JJ, cause fans from BOTH sides are behaving like idiots. have you looked up the Jen articles? they´re flooding with haters.
i haven´t heard a thing about someone wishing harm to the kids - but you´re right thats awful.
i´m speaking about serious fansites, like this one.
you should talk to the ones on here (i actually loved this site cause the fans here are mature and do not bash) who blame others for ANgelinas “misery”. cause thats just ridiculous. i am an Angiefan BTW, just more grown up than some on here. there are about 100 people sitting in that jury and you think those 2 had something to do with this. no offense but your hate for JA blinds you.
” SO for you to say it’s just B&A fans who disrupt JJ” when did i say that? i didn´t, you should read carefully before reacting like this.
i think Angie herself would be disapointed if she heard how some of her fans reacted.
Neela
Jan 24, 2008 at 4:41 pm
Eh, let’s try not to do the JA fans vs. AJ fans anymore. :) Both sides have their share of fans who tend to have histrionics and be too extreme with their opinions, so, let’s just some of us agree to disagree. :)
And let’s just enjoy the fam :)
Phoebe
Jan 24, 2008 at 5:05 pm
i´m not a Jenfan. sorry for the misunderstanding, i just can´t stand it if people react unfair towards others that way. i love this site because it´s peaceful and i was really disapointed as those conspiracy theories showed up!
enjoying the family as always! and crossing fingers for Angies award on sunday.:)
dianad1968
Jan 24, 2008 at 11:57 pm
Phoebe, not to prolong this discussion, but on Wednesday, the day after Heath Ledger’s death, someone posted on the Oscar’s thread on JJ that it should have been Angie. I have seen posts where they have maligned the children and even call Zahara a monkey. Angie has been called every unimaginablr nasty name under the sun. When Angie was pregnant there were wishes that she would die in childbirth, both her and Shiloh. Because she had to have a c-section due t Shiloh being in a breach position, they said it was because Angie had a STD. They have also wished she would crash and die, that she would be kidnapped when she goes on her UN trips, and there have been countless hate and venom thrown her way.
I am saying this because there seem to be a notion that only Jen’s post have haters. Her posts are tame in comparison to what is said about the JPs. I am not condoning what is happening, but i have listened to this criticism of the posters at JJ, and i think it is time i defend them. There are a lot of wonderful fans there, and they vigorously defend the JPs with the facts amidst all the lies being spouted every day. I agree, that there are some fans who get carried away, but that happens in every aspect of life. But singling out Jen’s post to show hatred toward her is showing bias.
Pittwatch is a great site, i agree with that completely, but JJ has much more hits, at least 20 x more, and unfortunately it is not moderated like Sherry does so well here. Because of that the haters have carte blanche to say whatever they want. The regulars have been begging JJ to have registration, but so far no luck. I still maintain that this nonsense would not be going on all these years later, if Jen had not handled her divorce so publicily. Once the genie is out of the bottle, you cant put it back in, as she has unfortunately had to find out. By trying to hurt Brad and Angie, Jen has also opened her life to ridicule.
I enjoy JJ, and am grateful that the fans know some facts than that which is being put out by rhe tabloids, and so keep generating all this hate.
I have stated in an earlier post that i refuse to give Jen and Oprah that kind of power. I dont know how the Hollywood PR machine work, and we all know Angie does not have a publicist, so if there is a possibilty that any shenanigans went on to deny Angie the nomination, all i can say is that that is sad. Angie’s life with Brad and their children will go on, and i am sure that as long as everyone in the family is healthy that’s all that matters.
So sorry for the long post. Just my opinion.
dianad1968
Jan 24, 2008 at 11:58 pm
^^^ Sorry for mistakes, i forgot to edit before submitting.
Loren
Jan 25, 2008 at 11:37 am
dianad1968
Jan 24, 2008 at 11:57 pm
Good post, thanks for taking the time to say it,
well said.
dianad1968
Jan 25, 2008 at 4:45 pm
Thank you Loren.
mia
Jan 26, 2008 at 8:33 am
I’m actually surprised she didn’t get a nod. Oh well, she’s a FANTASTIC actress regardless. And besides, she’s already an Academy Award Winner.
Phoebe
Jan 27, 2008 at 4:30 pm
Hi dianad!
i didn´t know about those fanatics on JJ, i am shocked! but exactly those fans keep me away from JJ i really dislike this site. i never said that there were ONLY jenhaters, i just said that i was disapointed to find some on here.
about Brads and Jens divorce…let´s agree that we diasgree:) i think she handled the situation with much dignity, although i must say that normally i do not care much about her. i fear without her VAnity Fair interview things would have gone even worse, because the fans would have had more room for speculation. she wanted to hurt ANgie and Brad?no offense but thats childish thinking and all three aren´t in highschool anymore. all three moved on and ANgie is way to secure to let herself be hurten by tabloids or whatsoever. she is a strong woman and she has all she could ever wish for.
but i agree, the tabloids feed all the hate between the fans, thats sad. i refuse to let myself be sucked into this nonsense and i think all fans should do so. never the less placing blame on Jen for Angies oscar loss is very immature thinking and i was disapointed to find such things on here.
thanks for your post anyway, you made your point.
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