(Way) Post Oscars

Since we just got our new website up and running, I'm a wee bit behind. And I wanted to mention a few things about the Oscars. First, the "music" portions were wasted for the most part except for a bit of very odd but fascinating dance in the middle of all the tired "urban" flip-flops. Yes, aren't they athletic. Young kids can (and will) do that in my neighborhood. So for about 30 seconds, we got something fun and quirky. I should have seen what group that was. They might be worth seeing. The second thing is: the obligatory opening number is almost always a wash-out. Because Broadway-style does not mean Broadway caliber (well, old , good Broadway caliber.) Why do they keep doing them? And last, Michael Giacchino is such a delightful composer, I yelled when he won for his lovely, wistful, charming score for Up. And he had a wonderful, positive message. Watch The Incredibles and then Up (because they're great) and see just how far ranging his talents are. Long may he reign.