83rd Annual Academy Awards

This year the Academy Awards Show was hosted by Anne Hathaway and James Franco.  Ms. Hathaway was funny as usual and Mr. Franco was a nice addition as well.  This award show didn't really have any surprises. It wasn't even shocking when Gwyneth Paltrow sang; great singer.

The Oscar for Best Actress went to Natalie Portman in Black Swan. Colin Firth won an Oscar for his role in The King's Speech, which was also the movie that won for Best Picture. Some fashion wins from the red carpet included statement clothing worn by Nicole Kidman, Anne Hathaway, Halle Berry, Mila Kunis, Cate Blanchett, and newcomer Hailee Steinfeld.

The highlights of the evening for me consisted of once again, Ms. Paltrow, Celine Dion of course and the children from P.S. 22. They were awesome!  That's one of the reasons the arts must be kept alive in the schools.  Many waited all night to hear from them and they were worth the wait.  It was a great way to end a long night.

While there were many things to enjoy, more creativity go into these shows.  Incorporate things that make tuning in feel absolutely necessary.